a connection between the Yankee and Confederate Air Forces! However, it was not until today, when I came across the following article, that I could prove it:
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RALLY 'ROUND THE UNION FLAG. UNCLE SAM NEEDS YOU! Red-Blooded men of the North, our country faces a dire threat. Deep in the South, there grows and festers a hostile military organization—The Confederate Air Force, headquartered in Harlingen, Texas.
In a few short years, this group has grown from a puny fleet comprised of a few tattered old airplanes to an air arm of such proportions that its presence has raised alarm among loyalists throughout the Union. For example, Yankee Intelligence reports that the CAF has P-39's, P-40's, Wildcats, Hellcats, Thunderbolts, B-25's, B-17's, B-24's, a B-29, a Spitfire, a Mosquito, Messerschmitts, Zeros and many other aircraft. Thus you can see the scope and gravity of this peril.
HOW THE UNION WILL STRIKE BACKFrom the rockbound coast of Maine to the golden wheatfields of Minnesota, from the fog-enshrouded forests of Oregon to the anthracite country of Pennsylvania, Yankee airmen are climbing into their cockpits. All across the Northern tier, the dawn is rent with the snarl of old engines coming to life, and the air is pungent with the stink of exhaust smoke. The old airplanes are being made ready—craft bearing the proud and fierce names of Chance Vought and Boeing and Grumman and North American and Republic, names to strike fear in hearts throughout the South. Units are being formed, enlistments are being accepted, commissions are 'being issued. Soon the mightiest air arm our great nation has ever known will be ready, and when it is, when the CAF sees the sunlight glinting on our wings, when they join battle with fighters and bombers wearing the Yankee Air Force insignia, then the Rebels will know that once again, they have more than met their match.
HOW YOU CAN HELPBecause you love America, because you love old warbirds as much as any man, you must join the Yankee Air Force today. You need only want to lend your help to this fine organization. The YAF wants you, and needs your aid. But if you are a pilot, if you do own an old warplane or any other aircraft, we welcome you with open arms. We will be a non-profit foundation, and therefore as an aircraft owner you can enjoy many tax benefits by allying with the YAF.
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Michael J. Jackson, Commanding General, Yankee Air Force Mike Jackson retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Brigadier General. In World War II, he was one of America's leading fighter aces. Flying a P-47 Thunderbolt, he shot down 14 German aircraft. Today, General Jackson leads the Battle Staff of the Yankee Air Force.THE FUTURENow, today, the Yankee Air Force is readying its battle fleet. Already there has been a tremendous response all over the North to this call to the colors. Among our leaders are present and past members of the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, as well as men from all walks of life whose common bond is their love of Old Glory. When you join the YAF, you will receive a certificate of your commission, decals for your car and/or aircraft, and a subscription to the Yankee Air Force News. Through this publication, you will be kept fully informed of YAF progress in building its fleet, and the construction of YAF bases. Headquarters plans are already under way, and this great installation will house a restaurant, a hotel, and a museum, as well as providing the site of dazzling air shows.
JOIN NOWDon't miss the opportunity to become part of the greatest aerial organization in America's illustrious history. Close up with the YAF as we fly against the Rebels. Respond at once, for God, for airplanes, and for your country. Strike a blow for the Union!
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TO: Commanding General
Headquarters Yankee Air Force
Box 1777, Greenwich, Connecticut
06830
Send me a commission in the Yankee Air Force! I want to join in the fight to defend the skies of the Union!
_____ Lieutenant ($10)
_____ Captain ($25)
_____ Squadron Leader ($50)
_____ General or Admiral ($200)
(Specify which)
Flying Experience: (Check one)
Pilot _____ pilot training _____ very in-
terested in aviation _____
Own Plane? _____ yes _____ no
If yes, maker and type: _____
Name _____________________________
Address ___________________________
City _______________________________
State ______________ Zip ____________
Please find enclosed check or money order
for $_____.
The one part I can't figure out is that the mailing address listed in the cutout section is in Greenwich, Connecticut, not Michigan. Was it a different organization?
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