Historical Markers and War Memorials in Hurlburt Field, Florida
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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
Left side plaque
The MC-130E Combat Talon I is a specially modified Lockheed C-130E Hercules designed provide a unique airpower capability for United States Special Operations Forces. From its origin in 1965, the Combat . . . — — Map (db m99903) HM
The Combat Shadow first entered service in 1964 as the HC-130P. During the Vietnam War, the aircraft performed multiple missions including combat search and rescue, command & control, and helicopter air refueling. The aircraft was designed to carry . . . — — Map (db m99869) HM
Medal of Honor Recipients
World War I
2nd.Lt. Erwin R. Bleckley Oct. 6, 1918, Binarville, France
2nd.Lt. Harold E. Goettler Oct. 6, 1918, Binarville, France
2nd.Lt. Frank Luke Jr. Sept. 29, 1918, Murvaux, France . . . — — Map (db m99915) WM
Medal of Honor Recipients
Korea
Maj. George A. Davis Jr. Feb. 10, 1952, Sinuiju-Yalu River, N.Korea
Maj. Charles J. Loring Jr. Nov. 22, 1952, Sniper Ridge, N.Korea
Maj. Louis J. Sebille Aug. 5, 1950, Hamch'ang, . . . — — Map (db m99916) WM
Medal of Honor Recipients
Vietnam
Capt.Steven L. Bennett June 29, 1972, Quang Tri, S. Vietnam
Col. George E. Day Conspicuous Gallantry while POW
Maj. Merlyn H. Dethlefsen Mar. 10, 1967, Thai Nguyen, N. Vietnam . . . — — Map (db m99918) WM
Medal of Honor Recipients
World War II
Lt. Col. Addison E. Baker · Aug. 1, 1943 - Ploesti, Romania
Maj. Richard I. Bong · Oct. 10 - Nov. 15, 1944 - Southwest Pacific
Maj. Horace S. Carswell Jr. · Oct. 26, 1944 - South . . . — — Map (db m100432) WM
Greater love has
no man than this,
that a man lay
down his life for
his friends.
John 15:13
On the night of
April 1980, these
men gave their
lives in the
gallant attempt
to free the
American hostages
in . . . — — Map (db m100438) HM
In May of 1980, the Air Force's newly operational fleet of nine HH-53H Pave Low combat search and rescue helicopters was abruptly transferred to special operations forces due to a highlighted lack of dedicated, long-range, vertical lift platforms in . . . — — Map (db m99873) HM WM
Dedicated to
"The Forgotten Army"-
the Montagnard soldiers of Vietnam
The Dega people (termed Montagnards or "Mountaineers" by the French) of Vietnams' central highlands, was one of our most loyal and endearing allies. They fought and . . . — — Map (db m99732) HM WM
The O-1 was a two-seat observation aircraft built by Cessna, first delivered to the Air Force in 1957. These planes were used extensively in Southeast Asia as Forward Air Control (FAC) aircraft. Underwing pylons held smoke rockets, which were used . . . — — Map (db m99769) HM WM
The O-2A Super Skymaster was a push-pull twin-engine, three-seat, militarized version of the Cessna 337A Skymaster. Affectionately known as the "Oscar Duck." This rugged aircraft was flown throughout Southeast Asia in a variety of Forward Air . . . — — Map (db m99775) HM WM
Presented by
Citizens of Okaloosa County
in Honor of
USAF
Hurlburt Field FL.
Capt. Richard L. Bakke
Capt. Harold L. Lewis, Jr.
TSgt. Joel C. Mayo
Capt. Lyn D. McIntosh
Capt. Charles T. McMillan, III
USMC
New . . . — — Map (db m99722) WM
In April 1996, Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) responded to a crisis in Liberia, where a civil war endangered Americans and other foreign nationals. The US deployed forces quickly to save lives, protect the American Embassy, and . . . — — Map (db m99776) HM
On 20 December 1989, U.S. Forces invaded Panama and ousted dictator Manuel Noriega in order to reestablish democracy. Air Force special operations active, reserve, and guard units supported conventional and special operations forces in a crucial . . . — — Map (db m99244) HM WM
On 20 November 1970, U.S. Air Force Special Operations Forces and the U.S. Army Special Forces made a daring raid deep in North Vietnamese territory on the Son Tay prison camp 23 miles west of Hanoi. The mission was to rescue 70 American POWs . . . — — Map (db m99913) HM
Operation PROVIDE COMFORT began in April 1991 as a humanitarian effort to help an estimated 800,000 Iraqi Kurds who, fearing the Iraqi government's wrath for their rebellion, fled into the northern mountain region of Iraq and were dying at a . . . — — Map (db m99795) HM
Ranch Hand
Vietnam
In Memoriam
———— ————
Capt Fergus C Groves III
Capt Robert D Larson
S Sgt Milo B Coghill
Capt Roy R Kubley
Maj Lloyd F Walker
Capt Harvey . . . — — Map (db m100608) WM
Violence in Somalia was precipitated by a series of civil war, famine, and disease which cost the lives of an estimated 350,000 people. In December 1992, US troops were sent to help contain the lawlessness in Somalia and create a safe . . . — — Map (db m99782) HM
Operation Uphold Democracy was the name given to the restoration of the democracy in Haiti. The US, expecting civil unrest and military opposition, deployed a large force to the area, which could overcome any opposition and restore order to . . . — — Map (db m99778) HM
Operations in Bosnia-Herzegovina took on many different names between 1993-1998. Whether it was Operation Joint Endeavor, Joint Guard, Deny Flight, Deliberate Force, or Joint Forge, the special operations mission remained relatively . . . — — Map (db m99777) HM
The OV-10 was built by North American Rockwell and 157 were delivered to the USAF beginning in 1968. It arrived in Southeast Asia the same year and soon proved a rugged and reliable Forward Air Control (FAC) aircraft. Powered by two turboprop . . . — — Map (db m99762) HM WM
This statue is dedicated
to the
Special Tactics Operator
We are a community bonded
by sacrifice, service and dedication to duty.
We are a product of American patriots: families and
mentors who shape and guide us to a . . . — — Map (db m99247) HM WM
On January 31, 1991 while working a target over Kuwait
fourteen Spectre crewmembers reached out and touched
the face of God; they became true Ghostriders
Maj Paul J. Weaver • SSgt Damon V. Kanuha • TSgt Robert K. Hodges
Capt . . . — — Map (db m99798) WM
Front
This monument is dedicated
to those crewmembers that
paid the ultimate sacrifice
while serving on the AC-47
in Southeast Asia.
You Will Always
Be Remembered
All Gave Some
AC-47 Air Bases . . . — — Map (db m99242) HM WM
This memorial is dedicated to honor those special aviators who lost their lives during the Southeast Asia war while serving as Forward Air Controllers (FACs) in the 0-1, 0-2, OV-10, U-10, U-17, PC-6 and T-28 aircraft.
From 1962 through the . . . — — Map (db m100420) HM WM
The U-10A, originally developed for the CIA, entered the Air Force inventory in 1958. With 231 square feet of wing surface area, and large flaps that covered three-fourths of the wing's trailing edge, this plane had superb Short Take-Off and Landing . . . — — Map (db m99721) HM
After training at Eglin Air Force Base with USAF Special Operations Command units from Hurlburt Field, and later based at Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, this top secret Naval Aviation squadron made aviation history. Flying missions under the operational . . . — — Map (db m100423) WM
Center Panel
1st Air Commando Force
At the Quebec conference in August 1943, President Roosevelt agreed to Prime Minister Churchill's request for U.S. air support of the British "Chindits" commanded by General Orde Wingate. . . . — — Map (db m99336) HM WM
