Accession Number: 2023-023-13
Original work: Oil on linen
Original size: 20 by 34 inches
In December 1973, the Navy Flight Exhibition Team was reorganized and commissioned as the United States Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron with the mission being more centered on Navy recruiting.
In 1974, the Blue Angels transitioned to the new Douglas A-4F Skyhawk II with Commander Anthony Less becoming the new squadron's first "commanding officer" and "flight leader" (affectionately known as “Boss.”) At the end of the 1986 season, the Blue Angels had completed their 40th anniversary year under the leadership of Boss Commander Gil Rud, and during closing ceremonies unveiled that he would also be their first Boss to lead the team with a new aircraft, the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet, through their 75th anniversary year.
Reproduction Size:
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