“VETERANS COMMEMORATIVES: A DAY IN HISTORY”  - The U.S. Air Force Celebrates Its 70th Birthday September 18


Prior to 1947, the Air Force progressed through many stages and names  including the Aeronautical Section, Signal Corps; Aviation Section, Signal Corps; U.S. Army Air Service; U.S. Army Air Corps; and the U.S. Army Air Forces.

By the time World War II ended, the Air Force had proven that it would serve as a major force in any future conflicts. President Truman signed the National Security Act in 1947, which officially established the U.S. Air Force as a separate military branch.  On September 18, 1947, W. Stuart Symington was sworn in as the first Secretary of the Air Force. A week later, on the 26th, General Carl A. Spaatz became the first Chief of Staff.

Although the USAF is the most recent of the seven military branches to be formed, it is the largest and one of the most technologically advanced air forces in the world.  Since being established, the Air Force has played a major role in the United States military, from demonstrating its capability to fly nonstop around the world in 1949 to the Stealth bomber of the 1980s. More recently, the Air Force played a major role in the Persian Gulf War and in the Global War on Terrorism. In addition, the USAF has also taken part in many humanitarian operations.

Today, the Air Force consists of more than 680,000 Airmen and women, including those on active duty, reservists, Air National Guard, and civilians. Their mission is to “fly, fight, and win in air, space, and cyberspace.”

As we celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the U.S. Air Force, Veterans Commemoratives (vetcom.com) proudly honors veterans with appropriate symbols of their service to country.

U.S. AIR FORCE CAREER SERVICE RING:  Crafted in America this exclusive ring features a solid 10 karat gold Air Force service branch emblem mounted on a gleaming sapphire blue capstone. Each ring  is personalized with its owner’s career emblem, initials and years of service.

 U.S. AIR FORCE MILITARY CAREER AND WAR SERVICE WATCH:  Customized with the Air Force service emblem dial, the exclusive stainless steel and gold finished band proudly displays your career or division insignia and war medal. A genuine diamond set on the dial at 12:00 completes this unique Air Force Dress Watch.

U.S. MILITARY MA-1 “BRAVO” JACKET:  Created by the same company selected by NASA to create its MA1 flight jacket to its specifications, Veteran Commemorative’s Bravo Jacket may be personalized with the U.S. Air Force service emblem patch, a War Service and American Flag patch. For those licensed to carry a firearm dual conceal carry pockets may be added.  

Since 1987, Veterans Commemoratives has been providing customized military rings, watches, jackets and gift items to honor Military Veterans who have served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq and Desert Storm. For more information about our products, visit our website, www.vetcom.com.

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Testimonials:

  • I received my United States MA-1 Bravo Jacket yesterday and I am very pleased with it. Thanks

    Charles W

  • Thank you very much for the two beautiful garments! Both the MA1-Bravo Jacket and the Concealed Carry Soft Shell Vest fit perfectly and are tailored to perfection. They are rugged and warm, exactly what I was looking for.

    Ed J.

  • I received the jacket this past Wednesday. I just love it. Good quality, feels great, and looks sharp. I have been looking for such a jacket the past few years and have finally found it.

    Edward A.

  • Dear Vetcom, Received the MA-1 Bravo Jacket yesterday. Thank you so very much, made a Veteran very happy. Was so hoping to have it on time for him to wear on Veterans Day and you made sure it was here in time. The jacket is beautiful and my husband just loves it. Again, thank you so very much and God bless.

    Jessie H.

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