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  • AEDC at 75: Schriever champions Air Force research and development

    Gen. Bernard A. Schriever frequently visited Arnold Engineering Development Center during its early years.As such, Schriever, referred to in the Air Force as the “Father of Air Force space and missiles,” was present to witness or contribute to significant events occurring at or involving the Center.

  • AEDC at 75: AEDC studies academic partnerships

    Even before the Arnold Engineering Development Center was dedicated in June 1951, partnerships between the new center and academia were being explored.In May 1951, the Industry and Educational Advisory Board considered drafts of a proposed contract between the Air Force and the University of

  • AEDC at 75: AEDC dedicates lake in honor of Col. Woods

    For more than 70 of Arnold Engineering Development Complex’s 75 years, Woods Reservoir has bore the name of a man who had a hand in its creation.On July 1, 1953, Woods Reservoir was dedicated in memory of Col. Lebbeus Woods, a little more than a month following his death in May 1953.Woods was one of

  • AEDC at 75: Early attention focuses on AEDC Lake

    Once the Elk River Dam project was completed, the extent to which the public could utilize the new manmade lake it created became a topic of discussion.Following the completion of the dam and leading up to the July 1953 dedication of the lake in honor of the late Col. Lebbeus Woods, various meetings

  • AEDC at 75: Sverdrup leads ARO through early years

    Maj. Gen. Leif Sverdrup was once quoted as saying, “If at first you don’t succeed, you’re like most people. The wonderful challenge of life is enjoyable.”One of Sverdrup’s numerous successes stands as a testament to his leadership and, for the past 75 years, has played is significant role in

  • AEDC at 75: ARO lands first AEDC contract

    ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn. – Air Force officials determined in 1950 that the retention of expertise and test facility familiarity at its new Arnold Engineering Development Center would be better achieved through a contractor workforce operating the Center.As was the case 75 years ago, the majority