Early Transformation: The Emergence of the Army Air Corps Challenges for the Post War Army 1919-1932

Abstract

The importance of the airplane as demonstrated by its performance in World War I signaled the beginning of the Army's concept of modern warfare in the early 20th Century. Incorporating this new asset into the larger predominantly infantry culture as well as manpower and organizational issues posed significant transformation challenges for the U.S. Army. The resolution of these challenges had a significant impact on the organization and readiness of U.S. military as the United States entered World War II. Ultimately the Army Air Corps would find its place in the Army and prove its value to the military as the world steadily moved toward the next conflict. This paper analyzes the incorporation of air power as a strategic asset and addresses the changes that the Army made to take advantage of this new technology in its post-war transformation. The analysis provides insights to current transformation processes and potential obstacles and solutions.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 03, 2004
Accession Number
ADA423283

Entities

People

  • Robert M. Estrada

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerial Photography
  • Aerial Warfare
  • Air Force
  • Air Power
  • Aircrafts
  • Army Aviation
  • Bombing
  • Combat Support
  • Military Aircraft
  • Military Aviation
  • Military Organizations
  • Organizational Structure
  • Photography
  • Second World War
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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