General Billy Mitchell, a pioneering figure in the Army's air corp, fought for its development despite initial skepticism from commanders. Despite his impressive performance in World War I, including sinking a captured German battleship, Mitchell faced funding cuts and tragic losses due to inadequate equipment. He was eventually court-martialed for questioning the loyalty of his superiors, who allowed the air corp to decline.
The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell
A decorated American general stands accused of speaking out against the military's handling of pilots and aerial warfare support, sparking a high-stakes trial that challenges the very fabric of military protocol.
