Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation

This week marks the 46th anniversary of the #FallofSaigon. SgtMajor Mike Zacker (USMC Ret.) shares his account during Operation Frequent Wind. https://flyingleathernecks.org//p/operation-frequent-wind/ #sandiegoveterans #veteranstories #usshancock #blackapril #oralhistories #LadyAce09 #goodmorningsgtmajor

Help save the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum. Let's preserve and share the incredible story of Marine aviation for the future. https://flyingleathernecks.org/inside-lo//save-the-museum/ #MakeYourVoiceHeard #FlyingLeathernecks #Marines #MarineAviation #PopASmoke

Thanks Mike Wifler and Greg Hoxsie for this throwback 2019 video at the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum. #LadyAce09 #flyingleathernecks #aviationhistory

To all those who supported or visited the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum in the past weeks, we say thank you! Your response to help save the museum has been truly remarkable. Stay tuned for news and updates as we continue to preserve and share the legacy of USMC aviation. https://flyingleathernecks.org//leaving-mcas-miramar-and-/... #semperfi #sdmuseums #sdcommunity #aviation #avgeek #savethemuseum #brightfutureahead

The #NROL82 official mission patch includes a Marine F4U Corsair, and the American eagle bears initials "GPB" for WWII Marine Flying Ace, Gregory "Pappy" Boyington. These symbols honor American warriors, exemplified by Boyington. #DeltaIVHeavy #flyingleathernecks

Nominations for the Marine Wife Award are due today. Founded by WWII Marine Corps pilot, Major Glenn Ferguson, in memory of his beloved wife Irene, the award recognizes the strength, resiliency and dedication that women married to active duty Marines embody as they support our communities, military and nation. Friends and family members are encouraged to submit nominations. Awardees are given a cash award, ceremony and other gifts. ... Nominate a #MarineWife here: https://flyingleathernecks.org//programs/marine-wife-award/ #milspouse #3rdmaw #mciwest 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Marine Corps Installations West

Thanks SanDiegoUnionTribune.com for sharing what our community can do to help save the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum. flyingleathernecks.org/save-the-museum #sdcommunity #sdmuseums #sandiego #savethemuseum

62 years ago this month (April 9, 1959) NASA presented the Original Seven astronauts to the press and the public. Two were Marines. Can you name them? https://flyingleathernecks.org/inside-l//marines-in-space/ #MercurySeven #Marinesinspace #SDmuseumsathome

Seen the news about the Harrier at the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum? We have some updates to share, and some really good news about the progress to save the museum. #av8 #flyingleathernecks #marines #sandiego #miramar #airplanelovers #marineaviation #navalaviation #quantico https://flyingleathernecks.org//av-8-harrier-and-an-updat/

We are accepting nominations for the 2021 Marine Wife Recognition Award through the end of March. Learn more about the Irene Ferguson Marine Wife Recognition Award and nominate a #MarineWife here: https://flyingleathernecks.org//programs/marine-wife-award/ #Milspouse #militaryfamily #sdmilfam #worldwar2 Blue Star Families Blue Star Families of San Diego Marine Corps Family Team Building - MCAS Miramar MCAS Miramar Station Library... https://flyingleathernecks.org//nominations-now-due-for-m/

Thanks to HMH-361Flying Tigers for your visit! HMH-361 (The Flying Tiger Page) HMH-361 Flying Tigers #semperfi

CBS 8 - San Diego News On News 8 Morning Extra BGen Mike Aguilar talks about Victor "Brute" Krulak's explanation for why the Marine Corps stays relevant to the American people. In the comments, share why you think the Museum is relevant to the USMC and the country. flyingleathernecks.org/save-the-museum #brute #military #flyingleatherneckaviationmuseum #history

Just launched - The Inside Loop Podcast. Subscribe to our latest educational initiative. We field questions from kids of all ages, check out Episode 1 Why the inverted gull wing on the Corsair? https://flyingleathernecks.org//podc/inside-loop-podcasts/

Back to celebrating amazing Marines and their accomplishments! Marine history continues to grow

Our latest episode of The Inside Loop. The museum is now open, stop by on Sundays from 9:30 am. - 12:30 pm. and say hello to Justin!

The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum at MCAS Miramar reopened to the public after six months yesterday! We were honored to welcome our first visitors to learn about the history and legacy of Marine Corps aviation! Special thanks to the Hyde family from Perth, Australia for being our first guests! We welcome one and all. Stop by, love to see those smiling faces!

Opening tomorrow!!

EPISODE TWO; Bob Cramsie, SBD-1Dauntless lead volunteer, talks about the restoration of the World's only SBD-1 Dauntless

Episode two; Bob Cramsie, SBD-1Dauntless lead volunteer, talks about the restoration of the World's only SBD-1 Dauntless

EPISODE ONE; Bob Cramsie, SBD-1Dauntless lead volunteer, talks about the restoration of the World's only SBD-1 Dauntless

Welcome to episode three of the Inside Loop featuring Foundation Board Member Dr. Joe Bassi. In this episode, Dr. Bassi responds to a students question about Space Force.

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Inside Loop Featuring Major General Bob Butcher, USMC (Ret.) Click the following link to read the details of General Butcher's 25+-Year-Old favor. https://flyingleathernecks.org//History-of-FLAM-Article.pdf

Support our latest educational initiative - The Inside Loop. Please help us out by clicking the "thumbs up" button on video segments and comments you like from our viewers. These educational segments are made possible through your generous contributions and donations. Please support the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum and the education of our most treasured resource, our young people and students. Donate now. https://flyingleathernecks.org/contribute/donate-now/

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