March Air Force Base
March Air Force Base by William J. Butler, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions on December 2, 2009, offers a detailed exploration of the base’s significant role in aviation history. This 130-page book delves into the establishment of March Air Force Base as a major flight-training institution during World War I, highlighting its contributions to the “Golden Age” of aviation and its evolution over the years.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of the base’s historic milestones, including its role in training various military units and hosting notable events such as Bob Hope’s first USO show. The narrative covers a range of topics, from early biplanes to modern aircraft, illustrating March AFB’s legacy and its importance to both the local Riverside community and the broader military aviation landscape. This edition provides a thorough examination of the intersection of military history and aviation, making it a valuable resource for those interested in these subjects.
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During World War I, March Air Force Base quickly established its reputation as a major flight-training institution. The base came to define the “Golden Age” of aviation as its roster of training expanded to include aerial pursuit, fighter, and bomber units. Later March would play host to a number of historic firsts, including Bob Hope’s first USO show and aerial feats that helped make the U.S. Air Force the undisputed leader in combat aviation today. From kite-like biplanes and cold war sports car races on the tarmac, to the war birds of World War II and some of the modern air force’s most sophisticated aircraft, March AFB has sealed a legacy of strength and central importance to its Riverside home–and to the countless servicemen and women around the world associated with the historic base.
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