Record #:

35933

Author(s):

Austin, Gary; Rollinson, Michael

Abstract:

General Billy Mitchell’s efforts to establish airplanes in naval operations included building an airstrip at Cape Hatteras. The first mission, taking place during the summer of 1923, was proving sinking battleships possible. Ironically, for many people living in the area, it was regarded as much entertainment as witnessing an historic event.

Source:

Sea Chest (NoCar F 262 D2 S42), Vol. 1 Issue 2, Fall 1973, p46-47

Subject(s):

Aircraft industry; Aircraft accidents; Naval auxiliary--Vessels; World War I; Hatteras Island--History; Mitchell, Billy