Name/Title
Air Group Five Heading to the Marcus IslandsDescription
Photograph of Air Group Five (CAG-5) enroute to the Marcus Islands on August 31, 1943.Context
James H. Flatley was an accomplished aviator and Navy ace who served during the Second World War. Having served aboard three different carriers, including the USS Yorktown (CV-10), Flatley was an early innovator in carrier aviation. Flatley continued to be an advocate for the importance of carrier aviation throughout his career. Flatley retired in 1958 with the rank of Vice Admiral.Collection
James H. Flatley Jr. CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2001.00012Source or Donor
Steve F. EwingAcquisition Method
Produced by StaffUpdate Date
July 31, 2024