Hillsboro in Vernon County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Admiral Marc A. Mitscher, U.S. Navy
Photographed By Keith L, May 5, 2009
1. Admiral Marc A. Mitscher, U.S. Navy Marker
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Admiral Marc A. Mitscher, U.S. Navy. . Admiral Marc A. Mitscher, U. S. Navy, pioneer in naval aviation and Commander of Naval Air Task Force 58, famed for its destruction of Japanese sea power in World War II, was born in Hillsboro, January 26, 1887. A 1910 graduate of the U. S. Naval Academy and the Naval Flying School, he served with dedicated purpose and distinguished achievement in a career that proved the effectiveness of naval aircraft carriers. As a result of his brilliant leadership, his indomitable fighting spirit, and his many conspicuous firsts in naval aviation, he was awarded many high decorations by the U. S. and foreign governments. Admiral Mitscher died February 3, 1947 and lies in the hallowed ground of Arlington National Cemetery, always remembered and highly respected by all men of naval aviation.
Admiral Marc A. Mitscher, U. S. Navy, pioneer in naval aviation and Commander of Naval Air Task Force 58, famed for its destruction of Japanese sea power in World War II, was born in Hillsboro, January 26, 1887. A 1910 graduate of the U. S. Naval Academy and the Naval Flying School, he served with dedicated purpose and distinguished achievement in a career that proved the effectiveness of naval aircraft carriers. As a result of his brilliant leadership, his indomitable fighting spirit, and his many conspicuous firsts in naval aviation, he was awarded many high decorations by the U. S. and foreign governments. Admiral Mitscher died February 3, 1947 and lies in the hallowed ground of Arlington National Cemetery, always remembered and highly respected by all men of naval aviation.
Erected 1958 by the Wisconsin Historical Society. (Marker Number 79.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Air & Space • War, World II. In addition, it is included in the Wisconsin Historical Society series list. A significant historical date for this entry is January 26, 1751.
Location. 43° 39.149′ N, 90° 21.165′ W. Marker is in Hillsboro, Wisconsin, in Vernon County. Marker is on Lake Street (State Highway 33/82) 0.1 miles west of Elm
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Avenue, on the left when traveling west. Marker is at a pull-off. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hillsboro WI 54634, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Also see . . . Marc Mitscher. Wikipedia entry. (Submitted on May 7, 2009.)
Photographed By Keith L, May 5, 2009
2. Admiral Marc A. Mitscher, U.S. Navy Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 30, 2019. It was originally submitted on May 7, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 1,271 times since then and 45 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on May 7, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
