Judged by aviation historians as the most polarizing airman this country has ever produced, Gen. Billy Mitchell is nonetheless regarded as the “father of the United States Air Force.” Aviation experts often question why General Mitchell chose to conduct his historic strategic bombing experiments at Hatteras, but the answer is simple: He liked to fish! Join historian Danny Couch to learn about this icon in American aviation history. The program is part of the museum's Salty Dawgs Lecture Series, which features presentations on North Carolina maritime history and culture. These programs are scheduled at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays from May 20 through Aug. 26 in the museum, located at 59200 Museum Drive in Hatteras. The series is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. Call 252-986-0723 for more information.
