All star tribute in 1948 at Madison Square Garden on first anniversary of independent US Air Force

The video highlights Operation Wingding, a tribute to America's airmen during the Air Force Association's National Convention. It features performances by Gypsy Rose Lee and Bob Hope, who humorously redefine Air Force maneuvers. The event is attended by 18,000 veteran flyers, with a focus on entertainment and show business, culminating in a vaudeville-inspired performance that resonates with air veterans.

What event is being celebrated in New York according to the transcript?

• The World War II Victory Parade

• The International Air Show

• The National Convention of the Air Force Association

• The Annual Aviation Expo

Who is preparing to take off in a symbolic Air Force maneuver?

• Gypsy Rose Lee

• Adolf Module

• Bob Hope

• Jack Dempsey

What new definition does Bob Hope give to the Air Force?

• A new training program

• A new definition of a strip

• A new type of aircraft

• A new flight technique

Who joins Bob Hope in a comedic combat mission?

• Jack Dempsey

• Adolf Module

• Gypsy Rose Lee

• General Like

What is the vaudeville proverb mentioned in the transcript?

• When in doubt, fly high

• When all else fails, go into your dance

• The show must go on

• Dance like no one's watching