The enlisted maintainers element of a newly opened Enlisted Force exhibit is located in the Korean War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton, Ohio. [Courtesy: U.S. Air Force]
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The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton, Ohio, has launched a new permanent "Enlisted Force" exhibit dedicated to honoring the 80% of the Department of the Air Force represented by enlisted service members.
This comprehensive exhibit, over three years in the making, showcases more than 50 elements illustrating the diverse roles of airmen throughout the Air Force's 76-year history.
Displays include historical uniforms from various eras (1918-2019) and specific stories highlighting contributions from roles like mechanics and maintainers to early Black airmen and U.S. Space Force guardians.
The exhibit is open daily to visitors with free admission and parking.
A new permanent exhibit at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton, Ohio, is honoring the backbone of the service: enlisted service members.
Enlisted airmen and guardians represent about 80 percent of the Department of the Air Force, according to the museum.
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