President George H.W. Bush, Chicago-trained Naval Aviator, Laid to Rest
The passing of our 41st President has called forth the better angels of our national conscience. Tributes from all quarters have acknowledged his courage, humility, faith and lifelong devotion to selfless service to our nation. Foremost among these acknowledgments, evoke his time as a U.S. Navy Naval Aviator during World War II.
Chicago Remembers WWII Navy Flying Ace
Representatives from the U.S. Navy and the City of Chicago joined family members and well-wishers of the late Lt. Cmdr. Edward “Butch” O’Hare for a ceremony honoring the 75th anniversary O’Hare’s heroic actions during World War II here Feb. 17.
Vice Chief of Naval Operations Visits Chicago
The second highest-ranking U.S. Navy officer visited Chicago to engage with local residents, contribute his military story for historical preservation, and connect with civic, government, and business leaders on Aug. 2.
What you missed at the Heroes on Deck premiere
Heroes on Deck is a documentary committed to telling just that story. During WWII, the Pier was transformed into a naval training center, quickly and efficiently qualifying thousands of pilots over the course of just three years.