Chapter 2

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How does the chapel at West Point reflect the values of the Army?

It is ornate, showcasing independence and ambition.

It is minimalistic, illustrating a focus on simplicity.

It is solid and grand, representing deep patriotism and service. (correct)

It is futuristic, symbolizing technological advancement.

What architectural style characterizes the Naval Academy chapel?

Gothic revival

Futuristic minimalism

Modernist

American Beaux-Arts (correct)

Which of the following best describes the Air Force Academy chapel?

Futuristic, resembling a squadron of fighter jets (correct)

Simple and unadorned for quiet reflection

Ornate with grand stained-glass windows

Traditional with strong ties to the past

Builder's work is associated with which organization that provides external research for the Pentagon?

The RAND Corporation Signup and view all the answers

What underlying theme does the comparison of the military chapels highlight?

The cultural identities unique to each military branch Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the engineering workaround developed for the Air Force Academy chapel?

The implementation of a plastic cover over windows Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary role of the Air Force during the early years described?

To serve as a combat division of the Army. Signup and view all the answers

Which period marked the birth of the modern Air Force culture according to the content?

1931-1941 Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the Bomber Mafia's radical mindset?

Advancing air warfare strategies Signup and view all the answers

What was the attitude of General John Pershing toward airpower at that time?

He felt it could not win a war on its own now or in the future. Signup and view all the answers

Which location was initially home to the Air Corps Tactical School?

Langley, Virginia. Signup and view all the answers

What event is associated with the origin story of the Bomber Mafia?

A massive flood in Pittsburgh Signup and view all the answers

How did the pilots of the early Air Corps perceive their training environment?

They felt constrained by superiors who didn't understand aviation. Signup and view all the answers

What was the meaning behind the motto 'Proficimus more irretenti' used by the Air Corps Tactical School faculty?

We progress despite hindrances imposed by tradition. Signup and view all the answers

What term characterized the leaders of the Air Corps Tactical School?

The Bomber Mafia. Signup and view all the answers

What role did seminar discussions play at the Air Corps Tactical School?

To inspire revolutionary thinking about air warfare Signup and view all the answers

Which demographic primarily constituted the faculty of the Air Corps Tactical School?

Young, ambitious individuals in their twenties and thirties. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Bomber Mafia

Airpower was considered revolutionary in the early days of the US Air Force
The Bomber Mafia — a nickname given to influential members of the Air Corps Tactical School, who were known for their independent, innovative thinking about warfare
The Air Corps Tactical School, a crucial training ground for airmen was a symbol of the US Air Force’s desire for autonomy from the Army
The Air Corps Tactical School’s location in Alabama and its young, ambitious faculty encouraged an environment of independent thinking
The chapel at the Air Force Academy represents the innovative culture and forward-thinking ethos of the Air Force
The Air Corps Tactical School’s location in Alabama was chosen to be far from the influence of the Army.
In its early days, the Air Force was seen as less important than other military branches, with some people even suggesting that all branches share one airplane.
The Air Force Chapel faces problems like leaks, which symbolize the Air Force’s embrace of ambitious engineering projects
The Bomber Mafia’s origin story involves the 1936 Pittsburgh flood, a disaster that demonstrated the potential of airpower to help in land-based emergencies.

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Explore the revolutionary ideas of the Bomber Mafia, a group of influential thinkers from the Air Corps Tactical School. Learn about their innovative perspectives on air warfare and the significance of their independent thinking in shaping the US Air Force's identity. This quiz delves into their contributions and the culture of the early Air Force.