General Eisenhower offering testimony before Senate Military Affairs Committee in Washington DC

The transcript discusses the importance of establishing a unified executive department for national security, coordinating the land, naval, and air forces. It highlights the role of Allied forces during World War II, emphasizing the need for unity of command to achieve military success. The speaker shares insights into the strategic planning of the Normandy invasion, particularly the critical role of air forces in supporting land operations.

What was the primary mission of the proposed single executive department for the military?

• To expand the military forces

• To establish new military bases

• To deter or repel aggression

• To increase military spending

What was the key factor that the speaker attributed to the success of the Allied forces in WWII?

• Superior numbers

• Unity of command

• Better training

• Advanced technology

How many soldiers, sailors, and airmen composed the force under the speaker's command?

• Over 1,000,000

• Over 3,000,000

• Over 5,000,000

• Over 7,000,000

What was the strategic belief behind the Normandy invasion?

• The naval forces would lead the invasion

• The air forces could independently win the battle

• The air forces could support a smaller land force

• The land forces were sufficient on their own

What role did the air forces play in the Normandy invasion strategy?

• They provided overwhelming support to ground forces

• They were the primary force in the invasion

• They were used for reconnaissance only

• They were used to transport troops