General Mitchell argues for American Air Force division

The video discusses Brigadier General William Mitchell's advocacy for air power, challenging the traditional Mahan doctrine of sea power. Mitchell proposed a $60 million budget for developing an air force, arguing it could dominate both air and sea. A test was conducted on the captured German battleship Osterfriesland, where Martin bombers demonstrated the potential of air power by sinking the ship. The video concludes with a brief mention of the Navy's response to these developments.

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