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The 36th Air Division was activated on 4
Sep 1951, to solve the organizational and jurisdictional problems caused by
placing two combat wings on one installation. The division first flew B-29's and
B-50's for bombardment operations, but by late 1954 the division was completely
equipped with B-47 jets. Conversion from KB-29s to KC-97s for refueling began in
the summer of 1952 and ended in 1954. The division constantly flew training
missions, engaged in simulated combat operations, and participated in joint
exercises with the Air Defense Command. Until 1960, the division continued its
task of manning, training, and equipping the assigned bombardment wings with
B-47s so that they would be ready for aerial warfare on a global scale.
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