Kelly Field Historic District, Military historic district in southwestern San Antonio, United States.
Kelly Field Historic District is a military area in San Antonio with 58 buildings in Moderne style spread across a large site. The structures stand between Billy Mitchell Road and Wagner Street and include maintenance facilities, administrative buildings, and training centers.
The field was founded in 1917 as a training center for military pilots and played a central role in both World Wars. Its importance grew as it became a hub for aviation training and operations during these critical periods.
The district shows how aviation evolved in America through its buildings, reflecting training methods and engineering from different eras. The structures tell a story of how military flight developed from its early days to more advanced times.
Visitors should allow time to explore the different buildings across the site, as the area is large with structures spread over several streets. It helps to start with an overview map to find the best paths between the historic structures.
During World War II, women worked as Kelly Katies and played a crucial role in maintaining aircraft and supporting military operations. These workers show how the home front supported the war effort in many ways.
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