Naval Aviation Heritage Flashcards
When is the Navys birthday?
13 October 1775
What conditions lead to the formation of the US Navy?
The 13 colonies were affected by taxation without representation. they produced a statement of rights that England should grant them.
How many vessels were purchased on the Navys birthday?
2.
Who was the first Commander in Chief of the Navy?
Esek Hopkins.
When was the first squadron of the Continental Navy put to sea?
February 1776.
What qualities characterize the Navy/Marine Corp team as instruments to support national policies?
Readiness, flexibility, self-sustainability and mobility.
Through these qualities, naval forces reassure allies, deter aggressors and influence uncommitted and unstable regimes.
What are the three levels of war?
Tactical: details of individual engagements.
Operational: concerns forces collectively in the theatre.
Strategic: focuses on supporting national goals.
How do Naval Intelligence Operations suport peace time decision making?
Estimate disseminate in timely fashion center on the focus of efforts identify critical vulnerabilities enhance combat effectiveness.
What is the importance of planning Naval Operations?
Either a Joint Deliberate plan or a Crisis Action Plan is created in a timely matter in order to enhance US military strength.
When was the battle at Coral Sea?
7-8 May 1942
Why was there a battle at Coral Sea?
That Japanese were moving forces to seize Port Moresby in a plan to invade Australia.
What is significant about the battle at Coral Sea?
It was the first carrier vs. carrier battle. The Lexington was sunk and the Yorktown damaged. Japan never again threatened Australia.
When was the battle of Midway?
3-5 June 1942
What is significant about the battle at Midway?
It was the turning point of the pacific war. Japan lost its bid for control of the Pacific.
What 3 Carriers were used i the battle at Midway and what was the outcome?
Hornet, Enterprise and Yorktown. The Yorktown sank.
When was the battle of Guadalcanal?
13-15 November 1942.
What was the importance of the fall of Guadalcanal?
The southern Solomon Islands were finally under allied control and Australia was in less danger of attack.
Why are the 5 Sullivan brothers important?
They were all on the same crew and were all lost on the USS Juneau. Navy policy was reinstated that family members be separated.
When is the birthday pf Naval Aviation?
8 May 1911
What was the Navys first aircraft?
The A-1.
What was the first aircraft carrier and when was it commissioned?
The USS Langley commissioned on 20 March 1922.
What was the jet powered naval aircraft?
Boeing FJ-1 Fury
Wjen did the Boeing FJ-1 Fury make its first carrier landing on the USS Boxer?
10 March 1948.
Who was the first naval aviator in space?
Alan Shepard.
When did Alan Shepard go into space and on what?
5 May 1961 onboard the Mercury capsule, Freedom 7.
