Blackstone in Worcester County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
United States Air Force
Photographed By Michael Herrick, April 27, 2022
1. United States Air Force Marker
The United States Air Force is the aerial and space warfare branch of the United States Armed Forces. The Air Force is the youngest branch of the United States Military and was officially established under the National Security Act of 1947 but was originally a division in the Army known as the Aeronautical Division of the Army Signal Corps. The Air Force is responsible for military air and space operations.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military. A significant historical year for this entry is 1947.
Location. 42° 1.009′ N, 71° 32.754′ W. Marker is in Blackstone, Massachusetts, in Worcester County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (Massachusetts Route 122) and County Street, on the left when traveling west on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Blackstone MA 01504, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. United States Navy (here, next to this marker); United States Marine Corps (here, next to this marker); United States Army (here, next to this marker); Duty Honor Country (here, next to this marker); Blackstone Roll of Honor (within shouting distance of this marker); Veterans Memorial Corner (approx. 0.2 miles away);
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Photographed By Michael Herrick, April 27, 2022
2. United States Air Force Marker
Photographed By Michael Herrick, April 27, 2022
3. United States Air Force Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 10, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 10, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 74 times since then and 3 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 10, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
