1st Aeronautical Company Arrives at Ponta Delgada, Azores

1st Aeronautical Company Arrives at Ponta Delgada, Azores

January 21, 1918, in Marine Corps history.

On January 21, 1918, the 1st Aeronautical Company arrived at Ponta Delgada, Azores, for anti-submarine duty. The unit was one of the first completely equipped American aviation units to serve overseas in World War I.

*Image info: The 1st Aeronautical Company at Ponta Delgada, Azores (USMC photo/released)


Sale on Marine Corps T-Shirts at the EGA Shop

THIS IS HOW YOU CELEBRATE!

CLICK TO SHOP NOW

Take this banner to your Marine's graduation! Our banners are foldable, packable, lightweight, durable: perfect for travel! YOU customize it!

EGA Shop, purchase Marine Corps Clothing and Support Our Troops at the same time!
Marine Parents and the Marine Corps
Recruit Parents
Whats After Boot Camp
After The Corps