Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Expansion of Air University
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., October 6, 2012
1. Expansion of Air University Marker
During the early 1950’s, Air Force leaders decided to consolidate and relocate professional military and continuing education activities, as well as commissioning and specialized schools to Maxwell and Gunter Air Force Bases.
”(Air University’s) anticipated influence is measured only by the reach of Air Power. Its horizon is unlimited.”
General Carl Spaatz, 3 Sep 1946
Erected by The Air University Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Air & Space • Education • Patriots & Patriotism • War, Cold. A significant historical date for this entry is September 3, 1946.
Location. 32° 22.712′ N, 86° 20.562′ W. Marker is in Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, in Montgomery County. Marker is at the intersection of Maxwell Boulevard and Magnolia Drive, on the right when traveling west on Maxwell Boulevard. Marker is in Maxwell Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Montgomery AL 36112, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Chennault Circle (here, next to this marker); Reorganization (here, next to this marker); Lt. William C. Maxwell / Air Force ROTC (here, next to this marker); Changing Roles of AU (here, next to this marker); AU "Thinks War"
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Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., October 6, 2012
2. Expansion of Air University Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 9, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 13, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 633 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 13, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
