US General Billy Mitchell with airplanes in early 1920s

The transcript discusses Mitchell's steadfast belief in the strategic importance of airplanes in military operations, despite facing public criticism. He foresaw the potential of bombers to destroy enemy targets independently and advocated for a separate air force, although his ideas were initially met with resistance.

What was Mitchell's response to personal attacks?

• He compromised his beliefs.

• He remained steadfast in his convictions.

• He changed his stance.

• He sought public approval.

What did Mitchell learn from his World War One experience?

• The importance of naval power.

• The value of airplanes in military tactics.

• The significance of espionage.

• The need for ground troops.

What did Mitchell envision for the future of bombers?

• They would be used only for reconnaissance.

• They would be integrated with naval forces.

• They could independently destroy enemy targets.

• They would be obsolete in future wars.

What was Mitchell's proposal regarding the air force?

• To disband it entirely.

• To establish it as an independent branch.

• To keep it under army control.

• To merge it with the navy.

How was Mitchell's advocacy for an independent air force received?

• It was widely supported.

• It led to immediate changes.

• It was ignored by everyone.

• He was a lone voice in his advocacy.