How to Join the Army Air Corps
The Army Air Corps was the precursor to the modern Air Force, an early group of pilots who were among the first to bring war to the skies. The Air Corps was founded in 1926, and its initial purpose was to provide support for troops on the ground. The Corps struggled to grow and expand during the interwar years but was stymied by a lack of funding brought on by the Great Depression. It remained throughout World War II but was formally disbanded in 1947. However, historical reenactment groups keep the Air Corps alive with active groups of Air Corps enthusiasts.
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Sign up for membership in the Army Air Force Historical Association. Membership costs $25 for individuals and $15 for veterans of World War II.
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Participate in the Army Air Force Historical Association's official events held across the country throughout the calendar year. The group's members serve as "living historians" embodying the mission and spirit of the original Air Corps and keeping its history alive.
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Enlist in the Army Air Corps Living History Group. This is another historical association that honors and recognizes the original Air Corps. The organization encourages historical authenticity in uniform and decorum, and tries to duplicate military-style discipline such as that practiced by the Air Corps.
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