Today in U.S. Naval History: March 4

Today in U.S. Naval History - March 4

1911 - Appropriation of first funds for experiments in naval aviation.

1925 - Congress authorizes restoration of USS Constitution.

1947 - Operation Highjump, air operations in Antarctica, ends.

1963 - Navy Hercules aircraft completes 12-day rescue operation of critically ill Danish seaman from Danish freighter off the coast of Antarctic.

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