The 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) is the only air assault division of the United States Army. Nicknamed the “Screaming Eagles,” the 101st has consistently distinguished itself by demonstrating the highest standards of military professionalism since its activation at one minute after midnight, Aug. 16, 1942. On Aug. 19 of that year, the first commander, Maj. Gen. William C. Lee, promised his new recruits that although the new division had no history, it would soon have ...
Welcome to Nellis Air Force Base, historically referred to as “Home of the Fighter Pilot.” Nellis is a proud member of the United States Air Force’s Air Combat Command. It is home of the largest and most demanding advanced combat air-training mission in the world. With today’s missions of air, space and cyberspace, Nellis has proudly become the legendary “Home of the Warfighter.” Spend a few days on the ramp and you will see every combat aircraft ...
