Photo by Kali Bradford | Arnold Engineering Development Complex | 06.21.2024
During a June 25, 1951, ceremony at Arnold Air Force Base, Tenn., President Harry Truman draws aside the curtain to reveal a dedicatory plaque mounted to a granite rock. The ceremony was held to dedicate the Air Engineering Development Center as the Arnold Engineering Development Center in honor of Gen. Henry H. “Hap” Arnold. Pictured with Truman is Arnold’s widow, Bee. (U.S. Air Force photo)...
Photo by Kali Bradford | Arnold Engineering Development Complex | 06.18.2024
Thousands of locals were on hand June 25, 1951, at Arnold Air Force Base, Tenn., to see President Harry S. Truman dedicate the Air Engineering Development Center as the Arnold Engineering Development Center in honor of the late Gen. Henry “Hap” Arnold. Arnold’s vision was influential in bringing AEDC to fruition. (U.S. Air Force photo)...
Photo by Kali Bradford | Arnold Engineering Development Complex | 06.18.2024
President Harry S. Truman stands on the bay of the Arnold Air Force Base warehouse, the first building constructed on the Tennessee-based installation, delivering his dedication of Arnold Engineering Development Center, June 25, 1951. Truman spoke of AEDC scientists studying what lied on the other side of the speed of sound. He also stated that the effort put forth by those who supported the......
