Center for Doctrine Development and Education
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Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education (LeMay Center) is part of the Air University at Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, Alabama. It is responsible for creating, refining, and teaching the doctrine that guides how the U.S. Air Force and Space Force operate in air, space, and cyber domains.
Mission
The mission of the LeMay Center is to lead the development of Air Force and Space Force doctrine, ensuring it is relevant, responsive, and integrated into the training and education of military personnel. This includes fostering an understanding of how these forces can be effectively employed in joint and coalition operations.[1]
Parent organization
The LeMay Center is part of the Air University, which operates under the Department of the Air Force. Air University oversees all professional military education for Air Force and Space Force personnel.[2]
Legislation
The center was not established by specific legislation but is an integral part of the Air Force's educational system, shaped by various directives and policies on military doctrine.
Partners
- Various U.S. military services for joint doctrine development
- International allies for shared doctrinal concepts
- Academic institutions for research and educational collaboration
Number of employees
Specific employee numbers are not publicly detailed, but the center operates with a team of doctrine developers, educators, and support staff.
Organization structure
The LeMay Center is structured around doctrine development and education:
Leader
The head of the LeMay Center is known as the Commander of the Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education.
Divisions
- Doctrine Development Division
- Education Division
- Publications Division
List of programs
- Air Force Doctrine Development Process
- Air Force Doctrine Seminars and Workshops
- Space Force Doctrine Education[3]
Last total enacted budget
Budget specifics for the LeMay Center are not publicly disclosed, being part of the Air University's overall funding.
Staff
The staff includes military officers with operational experience, civilian experts in military strategy, and support personnel.
Funding
Funding for the LeMay Center comes from the Department of the Air Force's allocation for education and doctrine development within Air University.
Services provided
The LeMay Center provides services in doctrine writing, revising, and education, ensuring that Air Force and Space Force personnel understand and can apply the latest strategic and tactical concepts. It also manages the publication and distribution of doctrine documents to the wider military community.[4]
Headquarters address
55 LeMay Plaza South, Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, AL 36112
History
Named after General Curtis E. LeMay, a pivotal figure in Air Force history, the center was established to ensure that Air Force doctrine evolves with technological and strategic changes. It plays a critical role in preparing the Air Force and Space Force for future operational environments by providing a doctrinal framework.
External links
References
- ↑ LeMay Center (2025). "Mission". Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "About Us". Air University.
- ↑ LeMay Center (2025). "Programs". Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education.
- ↑ LeMay Center (2025). "Education". Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education.