Colonel Douglas “Pete” Peterson
Vietnam Prisoner of War, U.S. Congressman Under the Clinton Administration by Melissa LaScaleia Douglas Peterson
November 30, 2021
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History
Lieutenant William Hook
A Snapshot of Myrtle Beach in the ‘40s Via the Lens of a WWII Navigator
October 31, 2021
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The 113th Tactical Fighter Wing at MBAFB
A Mark of Distinction for the MBAFB by Melissa LaScaleia At different points throughout the
September 30, 2021
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Brigadier General James Howell Howard
A Soldier Whose WWII Derring-do Was Famous by Melissa LaScaleia Brigadier General James Howell Howard
August 31, 2021
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General Robert H. Reed
Leading Myrtle Beach’s 354th to Readiness in the A-10 Aircraft by Melissa LaScaleia Robert H.
July 30, 2021
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Captain Stephen Richard Phillis
War Hero, Silver Star Recipient by Melissa LaScaleia Captain Stephen Richard Phillis was born on
June 30, 2021
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Training and Wartime Preparation at the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base
The Importance of Thunderhog Exercises & FOLTA During WWII by Melissa LaScaleia In the early
May 31, 2021
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The Reactivation of the 354th Fighter Day Wing
Check out this article about the 354th Fighter Day Wing.
April 29, 2021
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James Howell Howard Recipient of the Military’s Highest Honor
A WWII Media Sensation and Author by Melissa LaScaleia Howard Avenue in the Market Common
April 23, 2021
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The A-10 Thunderbolt II
“The Warthog” by Melissa LaScaleia The A-10 Thunderbolt II was developed in the 1960s for the United
March 31, 2021
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Major General Paul T. Johnson
Paul T. Johnson of the United States Air Force was a pilot who served in Operation Desert Storm, Operation Northern Watch & Operation Enduring Freedom. He did a job that not many people could handle; for that, we are all thankful.
February 25, 2021
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Robert G. Emmens and the Eponymous Emmens Preserve
Robert Emmens (front row, right), with the other crew members of plane #8 from the
January 28, 2021
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The Advent of Industry, The Designation of a Name
Myrtle Beach in The Early Years by Melissa LaScaleia The 114 acres of land located
December 17, 2020
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The MBAF Base’s Pivotal Role in the 20th Century
Market Common is filled with history and at the Insider we always like to learn more and more about our community, so read with us all about the heroes of this area!
November 19, 2020
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October 30, 2020
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Major General Ervin C. Sharpe
While much is not known about Major General Ervin C. Sharpe’s early life, he achieved a prominent military career and made significant contributions to the prestige of the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base towards the end of the base’s days in active service. Written by Melissa LaScaleia
September 25, 2020
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Hoyt LeGrand Hendrick
Recipient of the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star by Melissa LaScaleia Hoyt LeGrand Hendrick
August 25, 2020
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Highlights From The MBAF
A Snapshot of Its Involvement in 20th Century History by Melissa LaScaleia This month, to
June 30, 2020
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Major General Charles Baldwin
Rated Air Force Pilot and Chief of Chaplains by Melissa LaScaleia Charles C. Baldwin was
June 1, 2020
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Lieutenant General John Rosa
Recipient of South Carolina’s Highest Civilian Honor, the Order of the Palmetto by Melissa LaScaleia
April 29, 2020
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The MBAF Base Throughout the 20th Century, Part 8 Final
The End of an Era by Melissa LaScaleia Continued from last month. Click here to
March 26, 2020
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The MBAF Base Throughout the 20th Century, Part 7
The Persian Gulf Crisis and the Beginning of the End by Melissa LaScaleia Continued from
February 18, 2020
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Commemorating The Life of Colonel Nevers
The Life and Legacy of a Memorable Base Commander by Melissa LaScaleia This month’s history
February 1, 2020
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The MBAF Base Throughout the 20th Century, Part 6
The Latter Vietnam War Years by Melissa LaScaleia Continued from last month. Click here to
January 2, 2020
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The MBAF Base Throughout the 20th Century, Part 5
The Contentious ’70s by Melissa LaScaleia Continued from last month. Click here to read Part
December 1, 2019
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The MBAF Base Throughout the 20th Century, Part 4
The Invaluable Contributions of the 354th by Melissa LaScaleia Continued from last month. Click here
November 1, 2019
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The MBAF Base Throughout the 20th Century, Part 3
Pioneer Mustang Group— The Illustrious 354th Wing by Melissa LaScaleia Continued from last month. Click
October 1, 2019
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The MBAF Base Throughout The 20th Century, Part 2
The Birth of a Base: WWII and Myrtle Beach by Melissa LaScaleia Continued from last
September 3, 2019
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The MBAF Base Throughout the 20th Century, Part 1
The Advent of Something Grand by Melissa LaScaleia In 1939, the Myrtle Beach Town Council
July 25, 2019
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Brigadier General Thomas Merritt Knoles III
Take a moment to celebrate our Veteran Brigadier General Thomas Merritt Knoles III. Read all about his story on this months edition. Thank you for your service!
June 26, 2019
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