Russell Watson was a mechanic for the 1st Aero Squadron during World War I. The 1st Aero Squadron was organized in Texas during March of 1913 and served under Brig. General John J. Pershing during the ...

The 1st Aero Squadron in Mexico, 1916. On March 19, 1916, eight Curtiss biplanes from the U.S. Army’s 1st Aero Squadron—the country’s entire air force—flew into Mexico for their first ...

Consequently, the 1st Aero Squadron claims the distinction of the first American aviation unit to engage in combat operations in US history. However, ...

Following the lead of the Allies, the fledgling U.S. Air Service deployed 18 Aero Squadrons (Observation) to France in 1917 and 1918. Of these, 14 served with 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th Corps.

United States Army Air Forces 1st Base Headquarters and Air Base Squadron distinctive insignia; winged Roman numeral "I" depicted in center of badge with blue enamel background and silver edge; blue ...