Art List

That Others May Live

AF Art Collection (2008.006) by Keith Hill

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That Others May Live

That Others May Live depicts Airman First Class William H. Pitsenbarger – posthumously promoted to Staff Sergeant – who gave his life while aiding soldiers pinned down by an enemy assault in Vietnam on April 11, 1966. Since that fateful day, Pitsenbarger has exemplified…

 

Gordon Cooper Launch

AF Art Collection (1963.026) by Robert McCall

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Gordon Cooper Launch

This painting is a celebration of the launch of the longest (and final) Mercury spaceflight mission in 1963. Pilot Gordon Cooper was an Air Force officer – ultimately a Colonel – the first American to sleep in space, and the last to be launched alone to conduct a solo orbital…

Manas to Bagram Red-Eye

AF Art Collection (2010.096) by Richard Taylor

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Manas to Bagram Red-Eye

This work depicts the interior of a C-130, transporting troops from Manas, Kyrgyzstan, to Bagram, Afghanistan in October 2009. The postures and faces of these service members capture the patience, stoicism, and dedication to service “whenever, wherever” demonstrated…

Arlington Honor Guard

AF Art Collection (2013.022) by Clinton Helms

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Arlington Honor Guard

An Air Force honor guard stands tall against the backdrop of Arlington National Cemetery in this painting.  The work represents the enduring dedication of our Airman – our Air Force – to the principles of service and the Profession of Arms…