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World War II Code Machines Topic Of Museum Lecture

"Code Machines: Enigma, Sigaba and the Secret War" is the topic of National Museum of the United States Air Force Research Historian Doug Lantry's lecture at 7 p.m. on Feb. 27.

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U.S. Air Force Band Celebrates Three Holidays

Join the U.S. Air Force Band of Flight for an evening of music as they present the "Hearts, Heritage and Heroes Concert" at the National Museum of the United States Air Force, Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m. This year's concert showcases various musical selections to celebrate Valentine's Day, President's Day and Black History month.

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Learn About Black History

As part of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force's celebration of Black History Month in February, several exhibits in the Air Power Gallery feature contributions from prominent black personnel in Air Force history. During World War II, the U.S. military segregated African Americans into separate units. However, the U.S. Army Air Forces gave blacks a unique opportunity to do sophisticated engineering work in segregated Engineering Aviation Battalions (EABs).

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Billy Mitchell's Air War Gives Lecture

Join Dr. Michael Grumelli as he discusses the career of Billy Mitchell; one of the premier air power theorists of his time, and examines the relationship among airmen and technology in early military aviation on Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.

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Historian Discusses Parasite Aircraft

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Research Historian Jeff Duford will present "Parasite Aircraft: Extending Range without Aerial Tanking" on Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. in the museum's Carney Auditorium.

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Speaker Discusses Polar Operations

The man who served as mission commander during the South Pole rescue of Dr. Jerri Neilsen is scheduled to speak at the National Museum of the United States Air Force.

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National Museum Of The US Air Force Announces Concert Schedule

The National Museum of the United States Air Force teams up with the USAF Band of Flight for several free concerts throughout the year.

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Wings & Things Lectures

The Wings & Things Guest Lectures Series features an exciting array of speakers who impart a diversity of perspectives on USAF heritage. Guest lecturers include active duty or retired military members, specialists in research, development and technology, and historians and authors.

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Family Day

Family Days are usually scheduled on the third Saturday of every month, and programs are designed primarily for children from the preschool years through 8th grade and their families. Specific age recommendations vary by topic.

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USAF Band Of Flight Concert

The National Museum of the United States Air Force teams up with the USAF Band of Flight for several free concerts throughout the year. Concerts are free and open to the public, and no tickets are required. Indoor concerts are held in the museum's Modern Flight Gallery; doors open at 6:30 p.m., and seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Register Now For Behind The Scenes Tours

Registration is now open for the January through May 2007 Behind the Scenes Tours at the National Museum of the United States Air Force.

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IMAX Theatre Offers Holiday Film Fest

The IMAX Theatre is offering a film extravaganza this holiday season at the National Museum of the United States Air Force.

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