The Town of Baker, a stop on the Florida, Alabama and Gulf Railroad, was platted in 1910 and grew up around the timber and turpentine industries. The site of the original Baker High School was owned by J.W. and Mollie McCart who sold the property . . . — — Map (db m73955) HM
Chartered January 23, 1886
Crestview, Walton County, Florida
Crestview Chapter 40 Royal Arch
Masons erected building on this
site in 1919 — — Map (db m99238) HM
Chartered 1904, Augusta G. Conyers, WM
Went inactive in 1942-43, Will Lewis, WM
Reactivated October 1944, K.L. Popleon, WM
Renamed J.R.L. Conyers Lodge #364, 1980
James R.L. Conyers, WM — — Map (db m78705) HM
The light of freedom still burns brightly in our world today because
of the service and sacrifice of America’s men and women in uniform.
Our Nation’s servicemen and women have fought the forces of tyranny and
won victories for . . . — — Map (db m152007) WM
The light of freedom still burns brightly in our world today because
of the service and sacrifice of America’s men and women in uniform.
Our Nation’s servicemen and women have fought the forces of tyranny and
won victories for . . . — — Map (db m152054) WM
Okaloosa County, created by the Florida State Legislature in 1915, was formed from parts of Santa Rosa and Walton Counties. The influence of W.H. Mapoles, Sr., then a legislative representative from Walton County, was an important factor in the . . . — — Map (db m72555) HM
Okaloosa is one of the newer counties of northwest Florida. It was created by the State Legislature in 1915 from land taken from Santa Rosa and Walton Counties. The influence of State Senator W.H. Mapoles of Crestview was an important factor in the . . . — — Map (db m72554) HM
In memory of those who
made the supreme sacrifice
in all wars, POW and MIA
World War I
Cain, William R. USA · Harris, George O. USA
Cederstrom, Oscar. USA · Henderson, Horace J. USA
Copeland, Ernest USA · Hooten, Ralph . . . — — Map (db m99255) WM
Old Bethel Cemetery and first church established at this site in 1830's. Nearby Austinville community circa 1840's was on stagecoach route from Milton to Geneva, Alabama — — Map (db m73956) HM
The A-10 Thunderbolt II also known as the "Warthog" is the first Air Force aircraft specially designed for close air support of ground troops. They are simple, effective and survivable twin-engine jet aircraft that can be used against all ground . . . — — Map (db m102694) HM WM
The C-130 gunship was a new weapon system in an old airframe. The high-wing design of this aircraft and its large capacity made it especially suited as a gunship. Having the guns below the wings eliminated the basic problem of the AC-47, also the . . . — — Map (db m102696) HM WM
Few aircraft are as well known or were so widely used for so long as the C-47 or “Gooney Bird” as it was nicknamed. The aircraft was adapted from the DC-3 commercial airliner which appeared in 1936. The first C-47s were ordered in 1940 . . . — — Map (db m102692) HM WM
The MRASM (Medium-Range Air-to-Surface Missile) was based on the AGM-109 "Tomahawk". In the late 1970s both the US Navy and the US Air Force had plans for a tactical air-launched medium-range cruise missile. By 1978 it had become clear that the . . . — — Map (db m102665) HM WM
The Hound Dog was designed as a long range, stand-off air to ground strategic missile. It was carried in pairs beneath the wings of B-52 aircraft. The overall mission of the Hound Dog was to aid B-52s in successfully carrying out the strategic . . . — — Map (db m102709) HM WM
The B-17 aircraft, designed by Boeing Aircraft in 1934, is one of the most famous aircraft ever built. The B-17 prototype first flew on July 28, 1935 and first went into combat in the Philippines and Hawaii on December 7, 941 in strikes against . . . — — Map (db m102698) HM WM
The B-25 medium bomber, named for General Billy Mitchell, was one of America's most famous airplanes of WW II. It was the type used by General Doolittle for the "Tokyo Raid" on April 18, 1942. Subsequently, it saw duty in every combat arena, being . . . — — Map (db m102700) HM WM
The B-47 was the world's first swept wing bomber and the first to use a bicycle arrangement landing gear, which was necessary because of the thin wings. It was also the first plane built solely for the delivery of nuclear weapons. The B-47 series . . . — — Map (db m102650) HM WM
The B-52 was designed by Boeing Aircraft in October 1946 in response to the Army Air Corp request for a long range bomber capable of carrying a 10,000 lb payload 3000 miles at 300 mph. The B-52 flew for the first time on 15 April 1952. It's the . . . — — Map (db m102707) HM WM
The B-57 is a modified version of the English Electric Canberra which was first flown in Britain on May 13, 1949. In March 1951 the USAF contracted the Glenn L. Martin Co. to build the B-57 in the US under a licensing agreement with Britain. The . . . — — Map (db m102699) HM WM
The
Bernard A. Schriever
Plaza
Dedicated November 1989
In Recognition of the Eminent Accomplishments and
Inspirational Leadership of
General Bernard A. Schriever, USAF, Retired
as National Chairman Of
The Air Force Armament Museum . . . — — Map (db m102711) HM WM
The Mace missile was a development of the TM-61 Matador missile, and was initially called TM-61B or "Matador B”. After several modifications, in 1964, was designated the CGM-13B Mace missile. The main reasons for the new development were the . . . — — Map (db m102662) HM WM
Dedicated to All Men and Women Who Are
Recipients of the Nation’s Oldest Military
Decoration The Purple Heart
My Stone Is Red For
The Blood They Shed
The Medal I Bear
Is My Country’s Way
To Show They Care
If I Could Be Seen
By All . . . — — Map (db m102523) WM
April 18, 1942
Gallant men of the United States Air Force led by Brigadier General (then Lt. Colonel) James H. Doolittle flew from the USS Hornet eight hundred miles across the Pacific during World War II to bomb Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Kobe, . . . — — Map (db m102701) HM WM
The Valparaiso Bombing and Gunnery Base, activated 14 Jun 1935 under command of Capt Arnold H. Rich, was renamed Eglin Field in 1937 for Lt Col Frederick I. Eglin, U.S. Air Corps. The first missions of Eglin were to provide both bombing and gunnery . . . — — Map (db m140623) HM WM
Originally established on June 14, 1935, as Valparaiso Bombing and Gunnery Range with 1460 acres of land donated by James E. Plew, this site was renamed on August 4, 1937, for Lieutenant Colonel Frederick I. Eglin, killed in an airplane crash. . . . — — Map (db m99234) HM
The F-100 was the first operational aircraft capable of flying faster than the speed of sound (Mach 1) in level flight. The aircraft made its initial flight on May 25, 1953, and the first production aircraft was completed in October 1953. North . . . — — Map (db m102657) HM WM
The F-104 was originally designed as a supersonic superiority day fighter. It was produced in two major versions: a tactical fighter armed with a six-barrel M-61 20mm Vulcan cannon; and a day-night interceptor equipped additionally with . . . — — Map (db m102651) HM WM
Ordered in 1960, the F-111 originally a joint program to develop a deep-strike fighter-bomber for the AF and a long range interceptor for the Navy. The F-111 introduced many innovations, it was the first aircraft to have terrain following radar . . . — — Map (db m102668) HM WM
The F-15 Eagle is an all-weather, extremely maneuverable, tactical fighter designed to gain and maintain air superiority in aerial combat. The first F-15A flight was made on 27 July, 1972 and the first aircraft was delivered to the Air Force on . . . — — Map (db m102669) HM WM
The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a compact, multirole fighter aircraft. It is highly maneuverable and has proven itself in Air-to-air combat and Air-to-surface attack. It provides a relatively low cost, high performance weapon system for the US Air . . . — — Map (db m102693) HM WM
First flown in May 1958, the Phantom II originally was designed for the US Navy and entered service in 1961. The US Air Force evaluated it for close air support, interdiction and counter-air operations in 1961 and, in 1962, approved an AF version. . . . — — Map (db m102647) HM WM
The swept-wing F-84F evolved from the straight-winged F-84 Thunderjet. The first prototype flew on June 3, 1950 and deliveries began in 1954, primarily to the Tactical Air Command as a ground support fighter-bomber.
Republic Aviation built . . . — — Map (db m102661) HM WM
The F-89 was a twin-engine, all weather fighter-interceptor designed to locate, intercept, and destroy enemy aircraft by day or night under all types of weather. The F-89 made its maiden flight on Aug 16, 1948, with the first production model . . . — — Map (db m102660) HM WM
The GBU-43/B MOAB (Massive Ordnance Air Blast) bomb, nicknamed "Mother of All Bombs" is a large, powerful and accurately delivered high explosive weapon. The MOAB is the largest-ever satellite-guided, air-delivered weapon in history. The 21,600 lb . . . — — Map (db m102645) HM WM
This launch platform was used to launch the BOMARC Missile. The BOMARC ("BO" Boeing and "MARC" from Michigan Aeronautic Research Center), originally designated as the XF-99, was later redesignated IM-99 then CIM-10A, was a surfaced launched . . . — — Map (db m102659) HM WM
In Honor and Memory of
Mac Baker
Who undoubtedly would have been this museum’s most ardent fan. Yet, know as you read this, that he is here, just as the soul of this nation is embodied in the flag above. Know too, that like all Americans, his . . . — — Map (db m102525) HM WM
The MH-53M Pave Low IV is a modified MH-53J model with the Interactive Defensive Avionics System/Multi-Mission Advanced Tactical Terminal or lDAS/MMAT. The system enhances pre sent defensive capabilities of the Pave Low. It provides instant access . . . — — Map (db m102705) HM WM
The MIG-21F is a short range day fighter-interceptor and the first major production version of the popular MIG-21 series. The MIG-21 is considered to be the most outstanding Soviet fighter aircraft designed since the end of WW II. The E-5 prototype . . . — — Map (db m102648) HM WM
The Army's first major Unmanned Aerial vehicle (UAV) acquisition was the Aquila program. This program was started in 1979 and was originally estimated to cost $123 million for a 43-month development effort, followed by planned expenditures of $440 . . . — — Map (db m102655) HM WM
The twin engine O-2 aircraft was designed and built by the Cessna Aircraft Corp. The prototype was first flown in February 1961 and production began in 1962. Cessna built 1,722 of these aircraft for both military and civilian use.
The O-2A . . . — — Map (db m102646) HM WM
In the early 1960s, the USAF recognized the need for more tactical reconnaissance aircraft to reinforce the RF-101s then in service. The Air Force chose a modification of the F-4C fighter. The RF-4C development program began in1962, and the first . . . — — Map (db m102667) HM WM
The SR-71 was developed as a long-range strategic reconnaissance aircraft capable of flying at speeds over Mach 3.2 and at 85,000 feet. It was created by Lockheed's Advanced Development Division, commonly called "Skunk Works''. The SR-71 made its . . . — — Map (db m102706) HM WM
The two-place T-33 jet was designed for training pilots already qualified to fly propeller-driven aircraft. It was developed from the single-seat F-80 fighter by lengthening the fuselage slightly more than three feet to accommodate a second . . . — — Map (db m102664) HM WM
The most widely used military, the Bell UH-1 series Iroquois, better known as the "Huey", began arriving in Vietnam in 1963. Before the end of the conflict, more than 5,000 of these versatile aircraft were introduced into Southeast Asia. "Hueys" . . . — — Map (db m102666) HM WM
In reaction to the poor showing by the M114 Armored Command and Reconnaissance Vehicle, it was decided to design a new vehicle. Beginning in 1966, a requirement began to evolve for a 3-man vehicle weighing about 7 tons and armed with a 20mm cannon . . . — — Map (db m102656) HM WM
In Honor of Col. George E. “Bud” Day, USAF (Ret.), MOH, and Doris “Dorie" Sorenson Day
Bud and Dorie were both natives of Sioux City, Iowa and later adopted the Fort Walton Beach area as their hometown.
After service in World . . . — — Map (db m163813) HM
Cathay Williams was born to an enslaved mother and a free father in Independence, Missouri in 1844. During her adolescence, she worked as a house slave on the Johnson plantation on the outskirts of Jefferson City, Missouri. In 1861, Union forces . . . — — Map (db m192285) HM
Filed by Attorney, Col. (Ret) George E. "BUD" Day
Many times, Bud wondered what God was saving him for, and perhaps the answer came more than twenty years after he retired from the
Air Force. In 1995, the government Bud Day had . . . — — Map (db m163780) HM
When her husband was shot down in 1967, Doris became involved in the MIA/POW group, and as President she organized the Phoenix Area Families (66), and incorporated them. Later she became the Arizona Coordinator of the National League of Families of . . . — — Map (db m163806) HM
Originally called Camp Walton, this Confederate installation, constructed in 1861 to guard East Pass, was garrisoned by a company of Florida militia called the "Walton Guards". Several small skirmishes with federal landing parties occurred near . . . — — Map (db m110313) HM
Side 1
The Indianola Inn, the second hotel in this area, was built on this midden mound in 1912 – the only structure ever permitted to do so. The inn burned in 1962, but the steps, foundation parts, and well head have been . . . — — Map (db m99232) HM
Ms. Cochran was an American pilot who held more speed, distance, and altitude records than any other flyer during her career. Ms. Cochran took her first flying lesson in 1932, and got her pilot's license in three weeks. She soon mastered the . . . — — Map (db m192254) HM
• Created out of the frustrations of racial segregation, John C. Beasley State Park opened in 1960 as an area “For Colored Only,” as the Highway 98 gated entrance sign read. The Park resulted from the efforts of members of the Negro community and . . . — — Map (db m192251) HM
Jonita Bonham was born on April 2, 1922 in Bennington, Oklahoma, After completing nursing school, she was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army Air Corps Medical Corps 1944-1945. She served both in the Philippines and Japan after World War . . . — — Map (db m192280) HM
Ms. Hester is the first Army female to be awarded the Silver Star for Valor since World War II. The presentation was held at Camp Liberty, Iraq, on June 16, 2005.
Sgt. Leigh Ann Hester of the 617th Military Police Company, a National Guard . . . — — Map (db m192263) HM
Ms. Higbee immigrated to the United States from Canada, completed her nursing training in 1899, and began working as a surgical nurse. She joined the United States Navy in 1908 as one of the original “Sacred Twenty," the nurses who started the Navy . . . — — Map (db m192281) HM
Margaret Corbin was born on November 12, 1751, near Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. She was orphaned at age five during an Indian raid and raised by an uncle. In 1772, Margaret Cochran married John Corbin, a Virginia farmer. When the Revolutionary War . . . — — Map (db m192290) HM
Born in a small village in Afghanistan, Naseema grew up in a simple mud hut with no electricity or running water. Her father immigrated to the US on a Doctoral Scholarship, and was able to secure visas for his young children. Naseema was 12 years . . . — — Map (db m192257) HM
Preserving the Mound
Florida is home to a rich variety of cultural resources that represent our society. Many significant archaeological sites, like the Fort Walton Temple Mound, are in public ownership.
The preservation of the temple . . . — — Map (db m99254) HM
Shot down August 26, 1967 during 500 M.P.H.
attack on missile site. Injured with 3 right arm
breaks, injured knee, damaged eye.
Captured, tortured, and escaped through
jungle for 2 weeks, swam the Ben Hai River
back into South Vietnam, and was . . . — — Map (db m163781) HM
This marker commemorates the
men and women who achieved
American independence.
These Patriots, believing in the
noble cause of liberty, fought
valiantly to found a new nation.
1775 - 1783
Presented by
Choctawhatchee Bay . . . — — Map (db m192301) HM
Ms. Lane joined the U.S. Army Nurse Corps Reserve on April 18, 1968. She completed her training at Fort Sam Houston on June 14, 1968, and reported for duty at Fitzsimons Army Hospital in Denver, Colorado, just 3 days later. She worked there until . . . — — Map (db m192276) HM
You are looking at a hill of earth which is the original temple mound built by the Prehistoric People living here between A.D. 700 and A.D. 1500. It is thought to be one of the largest human-made prehistoric earthworks on salt water.
The temple . . . — — Map (db m150434) HM
In 1967, a group of experienced jet fighter pilot volunteers was brought together in South Vietnam to form a Top Secret unit officially designated Operation Commando Sabre, but known by their now-famous call sign, "Misty," after Bud and Dorie's . . . — — Map (db m163733) HM
Dedicated to the missing in action.
America's sons and daughters,
brothers and sisters, who sacrificed
to ensure the United States, the
world's bastion of freedom, continues
to flourish. Their devotion to duty,
honor, and . . . — — Map (db m99287) WM
During the 1944-45 Allied campaign against Japanese forces in the China-Burma-India (CBI) theater, B-25Hs of the 1st Air Commando Group were used extensively in close air support and interdiction role on behalf of British General Orde Wingate and . . . — — Map (db m99728) WM
This 2,000 pound, A/N M-34, General
Purpose Bomb is dedicated to the
memory of all A.A.F. Bomb
Disposal/U.S.A.F. Explosive
Ordnance Disposal men who gave
their lives supporting Special
Operations missions during
World War II, the . . . — — Map (db m99856) WM
This aircraft memorial is dedicated to all USAF personnel and our fellow South Vietnamese airmen who flew the A-1 in the Southeast Asia conflict. It also commemorates all those who selflessly gave their lives in combat to preserve the ideals that . . . — — Map (db m99860) HM
First production model August, 1943
Last flown in combat 9 November 1969
This aircraft memorial is dedicated to all USAF personnel who flew the A-26 in World War II, Korea and Southeast Asia. It especially commemorates all those aircrew . . . — — Map (db m99730) HM WM
The A-37 "Dragonfly" began service with the USAF as a trainer in the 1950s. The A-37 made its debut with the Special Operations when the USAF needed this low cost, high efficiency jet to deal with increased guerrilla activity around the world. In . . . — — Map (db m99731) HM WM
In February 1968, the USAF approved a program to develop AC - 119 gunships for Special Operations duty in Southeast Asia. Their specialized missions included air interdiction, clandestine air support, armed reconnaissance, and air base defense. . . . — — Map (db m99823) HM
The AC-130 Spectre gunship evolved into the most heavily armed aircraft
in history. It has a distinguished history and was used extensively in a
multitude of roles during the Vietnam conflict. The AC-130 also flew
combat during the USS . . . — — Map (db m99831) HM
Project Pave Spectre began in 1971 to support combat operations in Southeast Asia. Eleven C-130Es were converted to AC-130Es and modified with 7.62mm, 20mm and 40mm guns, Infared and Low Light Level Television sensors, "Black Crow" detection set, . . . — — Map (db m99912) HM
Air America's origin dates back to the secret CIA purchase of Civil Air Transport (CAT) assets in August 1950. Air America/CAT operations were initiated in response to covert transportation requirements during the Chinese Civil War and Korean . . . — — Map (db m99746) HM WM
Airman First Class John Levitow was a loadmaster aboard a C-47 gunship on a night combat air patrol mission near Long Binh Army Post, Republic of Vietnam, 24 February 1969. His aircraft was hit by enemy ground fire. The enemy fire wounded half the . . . — — Map (db m99749) HM WM
First strike aircraft assigned to Special Operations Project "Jungle Jim".
First special operations aircraft to fly combat in Southeast Asia.
This aircraft memorial is dedicated to pilots of the United States and over 18 allied nations . . . — — Map (db m99729) HM
William Bird founded Bird Air in 1960 to support Special Operations Forces stationed in Southeast Asia. From 1960 until US withdrawal in April 1975, Bird Air and is complement of brave and skillful pilots flew many overt and covert missions in . . . — — Map (db m99744) HM WM
The C-123 aircraft was used extensively during peacetime operations and during the Southeast Asia conflict in a multitude of roles which included tactical airlift, Ranch Hand (aerial spray), Candlestick (night illumination), and Blackspot (sensor) . . . — — Map (db m99919) HM
The C–46 Commando aircraft is dedicated to the members of the 1st Air Commando Wing who served with distinction in this aircraft during its years of assignment to Hurlburt Field from 1962 to 1964.
The C–46 is one of only three . . . — — Map (db m99826) HM
This memorial is dedicated to the tradition, courage and sacrifice of those who value her in the defense of this nation.
Of all the airplanes ever built, the C-47 has far surpassed the others in faithful service, dependability and achievement. . . . — — Map (db m99740) HM
On the evening of 24 February 1967, Captain Hilliard A. Wilbanks was flying his 488th combat mission as a Forward Air Controller. While covering South Vietnamese Army Rangers and their American advisors in the O-1E Bird Dog, he discovered a . . . — — Map (db m99772) HM WM
On 29 June, 1972, Captain Steven L. Bennett and a Marine observer were flying near Quang Tri, Republic of Vietnam. Responding to a call from a South Vietnamese unit pinned down by the enemy, he requested tactical air support, but none was available. . . . — — Map (db m99755) HM WM
Front
Combat Talon
This memorial is dedicated to the memory of the MC-130 COMBAT TALON aircrew members who made the ultimate sacrifice while flying one of our
military’s most critical and dangerous missions. The . . . — — Map (db m99243) HM WM
Lieutenant Colonel Donald E. Fisher - Navigator
Major Charles P. Claxton - Pilot
Captain Edwin N. Osborne Jr. - Aircraft Commander
Captain Frank C. Parker III - Electronic Warfare Officer
Captain Gerald G. Van Buren - Pilot
Captain . . . — — Map (db m99875) WM
Major James M. Kirk - Aircraft Commander
Capt. Norman Martel - Co-pilot
Capt. Gregory S. Peppers - Navigator
Capt. Terry D. Patterson - Navigator
SSgt. John T. Felton - Flight Engineer
MSgt. Barry R. Chumbley - Loadmaster
TSgt. Gary . . . — — Map (db m99874) HM
From early August 1990 to late February 1991, AFSOC participated in Operations DESERT SHIELD and DESERT STORM, the protection of Saudi Arabia and the liberation of Kuwait from Iraqi forces.
Active duty, Air Force Reserve, and Air National . . . — — Map (db m99797) HM WM
First Lieutenant Fleming was the aircraft commander of a UH-1F transport helicopter near Duc Co in the Republic of Vietnam's central highlands, 26 November 1968. He unhesitatingly flew to the aid of a six-man Special Forces Long Range Reconnaissance . . . — — Map (db m99815) HM
The Sikorsky Helicopter Company initially developed the H-3 for the Navy from which the Air Force developed a general-purpose version designated the CH-3E. Some of these were converted to HH-3E "Jolly Green Giants" for the Aerospace Rescue and . . . — — Map (db m99902) HM
During the Vietnam War between 1961 and 1975, Hmong Special Guerrilla Units (SGU) were defacto commando war fighters who sacrificed their lives to rescue American forces and protect Laos against North Vietnamese expansionism. The Hmong, which means . . . — — Map (db m99743) HM WM
In Honor of
The American Gold Star Mothers
For Their Sacrifice,
Service, and
Patriotism
A Mother's tears were shed today
For a battle long ago.
Her precious gift to a warrior son
Whose fate....she'll never know . . . — — Map (db m99827) HM
On March 14, 1994, while flying enroute to Mogadishu, Somalia, in support of Operation Continue Hope, eight fellow Spectres lost their lives. Let peace be with them.
Capt Anthony R. Stefanik Jr. • TSgt Robert L. Daniel
Capt David J. . . . — — Map (db m99726) WM
Lieutenant Colonel Jackson was the aircraft commander of an unarmed C-123 transport flying a tactical emergency evacuation mission to rescue three remaining survivors at the Special Forces camp at Kham Duc, Republic of Vietnam, on 12 May 1968. The . . . — — Map (db m99813) HM
Lieutenant Colonel Jones flew an A-1H Skyraider on a rescue mission on 1 September 1968 in search of a downed U.S. pilot near Dong Hoi, North Vietnam. Although his aircraft was hit repeatedly by enemy fire, he continued his search until he sighted . . . — — Map (db m99802) HM
Major Fisher was an A-1E pilot at A Shau, South Vietnam on 10 March 1966. The Special Forces camp was attacked by 2,000 North Vietnamese Army Regulars. Tops of 1,500-foot hills were obscured by an 800-foot ceiling, limiting maneuverability and . . . — — Map (db m99811) HM WM
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