Billy Mitchell
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Military History
- Subcategories: Generals, Military Officers, Soldiers, World War I, Aircraft, Airplanes
- Curriculum: American History 1901-1950, American History 1878-1900
Article abstract: Military significance: Mitchell, who advocated quick victory through strategic bombing, established a reputation as an excellent air power theorist.
Billy Mitchell initially served in the U.S. Army’s Signal Corps. He helped lay a telegraph line across Alaska and, in 1912, became the youngest officer ever to serve on the general staff.
During World War I, Mitchell turned to aviation. He rapidly advanced from major to brigadier general while commanding the Air Service of the First Corps, then of the First Army, and finally of the First...
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