During World War II, the United States Air Force built a number of airfields in New Mexico to train fighter crews.
One of the most famous one is Cannon Air Force Base.
It was established on September 25, 1942 as the Clovis Army Air Base. It was named until 7 April 1943. From 8 April 1943 it was named Clovis Army Airfield until 12 January 1948.
From January 13, 1948 it was named Clovis Air Force Base until June 7, 1957. From June 8, 1957, it bears its present name.
