Today in World War II History

70 Years Ago—Jun. 20, 1941: US Army Air Forces created under Maj. Gen. Henry H. (“Hap”) Arnold (formerly the Army Air Corps). America First rally at Hollywood Bowl with Charles Lindbergh and Lillian Gish draws 30,000. Dedication of Hoover Library of War, Revolution, and Peace at Stanford University. Ford Motor Company signs its first contract with a labor union, the UAW.