Weekend of August 2nd and 3rd
This is your official Air Force Academy History Update for the weekend of August 2nd & August 3rd On this weekend, back in 1991 — Space shuttle mission STS-43 begins, with John Blaha, Class of ’65, serving as commander of the orbiter Atlantis. …Also on this weekend, back in 2012 — The Association of Graduates’ Board of Directors names Janet Edwards an Honorary Member. Ms. Edwards had been the Academy’s Mortuary Affairs Officer since 1992. Honorary membership is awarded to persons who have rendered outstanding service to the Air Force and/or the Academy. Membership is limited to 25 living persons. …all...