CHITTENDEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

BURLINGTON, VT

Boeing B-47E Stratojet "Pride of the Adirondacks" Clyde A. Lewis Park
Plattsburgh, New York

Assigned to Plattsburgh AFB as a member of the 380th Bomb Wing in 1956, "Pride of the Adirondacks" served the US Strategic Air Command (SAC) as a front line long-range nuclear bomber through some of the most volatile years of the Cold War. In addition to a 1957 wing deployment to RAF Brize Norton, this aircraft also stood fully loaded and on high alert during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, ready to deliver a nuclear strike to either the Soviet Union or Cuba if ordered.

"Pride of the Adirondacks" and her crew took part in SAC's 14th Bombing and Navigation competition at Fairchild AFB, Washington in September 1965, returning to Plattsburg Six days later having won top honors among all SAC B-47 units; 'Best B-47 Crew, Bombing', 'Best B-47 Crew, Combined' and 'Best B-47 Unit'. These accolades led to the aircraft being unofficially labeled the "World's Best B-47". Despite her and her crew's impressive performance, less than three weeks after the competition the B-47 began to be phased out of front-line duty in favor of the B-52 Stratofortress throughout the SAC wings and by the start of 1966 the "Pride of the Adirondacks" was deactivated.

Instead of being ferried into storage at Davis-Monthan AFB like many of her fellow wing aircraft, the "Pride of the Adirondacks" was towed to the gate of Plattsburgh AFB in February 1966 and formally dedicated as a memorial to the crews and maintenance men who flew and supported B-47s at the base on March 21st, 1966.
Boeing B-47E Stratojet "Pride of the Adirondacks" Credit: rocbolt

The Chittenden County Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Chittenden County in Vermont. Established in 1904, it is located in Burlington, VT and has a collection of over 23,000 artifacts, including photographs, documents, maps, and objects that tell the story of the region's past.

The society has a research library that is open to the public and contains a wealth of information on local history, genealogy, and architecture. It also offers a number of educational programs and events, including lectures, tours, and exhibits, that allow visitors to learn more about the people, places, and events that have shaped Chittenden County's history.

In addition to its public outreach efforts, the Chittenden County Historical Society is also involved in preservation and conservation efforts. It has worked to preserve historic buildings and sites throughout the county, including the Ethan Allen Homestead and the Hinesburg Town Hall.

Overall, the Chittenden County Historical Society is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of this region of Vermont. Its extensive collection, educational programs, and preservation efforts make it a valuable asset to the community and beyond.

CHITTENDEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BURLINGTON VT. US MID #8405000232

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

Contact CHITTENDEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CHITTENDEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 1576
BURLINGTON
VT
05402-5402

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CHITTENDEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8405000232
Name CHITTENDEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237024193
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201206
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.480805, -73.213629
CODES FIPS State Code: 50
FIPS County Code: 007
US Census Tract: 000400
US Census Block: 1008