Although the keynote speaker at this year's Air Force Academy graduation was delivered by Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, historian and retired Air Force lieutenant colonel William Astore gives his own speech to the class leaving the institution where he once taught. Share this: TweetPrintEmailWhatsAppBy William J. Astore | TomDispatchTwenty years ago, I left the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs for my next assignment. What do I mean when I say you’ve been lied to while being taught the glorious history of the U.S. Air Force? Since World War II began, the air forces of the United States have killed millions of people around the world. Assuming that’s still a thing, here’s a phrase I’d like you to memorize and recite: Destroying the town is not saving it.

Source: The Guardian June 03, 2022 06:14 UTC