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Old 08-29-2010, 03:02 PM
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Ernie P.
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ORIGINAL: scalebirdman

1st aero squadron used by Pershing during the ''Punitive Expedition'' against the paramilitary forces of Pancho Villa 1916
That is an outstanding answer, scalebirdman; and exactly the answer I expected from one of our renowned history experts. (Sincere flattery) It is, of course, not the correct answer. Read the clue again. And btw; aircraft is intended to mean "heavier than air craft". No balloons allowed. Thanks; Ernie P.


This may be a very easy one for the history buffs among us. Or maybe not.


Question:
What was the first use of a United States aircraft in combat operations?

Clues:
(1) Perhaps earlier than you might expect.