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Photo of Cadets on the spiral staircase in McDermott Library

The McDermott (Cadet) Library provides collegiate and professional-level reference, research and reading collections that support the academic and mission needs of the Academy. The Clark Special Collections, located on the 6th floor of the Library, houses a wealth of historical materials related to manned flight, air warfare, falconry, and the U.S. Air Force.

Note: For security reasons, access to this library is restricted to Academy cadets, faculty, and staff. To inquire about an escorted visit, please contact the library for more information.

See a short visual tour of the McDermott Library and its history, provided by the US Air Force Academy of Graduates.

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