ALPAUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ALPAUGH, CA

B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Credit: rocbolt

The Alpaugh Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Alpaugh, California. Founded in 1981, its mission is to preserve and share the history of the Alpaugh area through research, education, and public outreach. The society owns and operates the historic Alpaugh Community Center, a museum and archives dedicated to the history of the area.

The Alpaugh Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation of the area’s history, culture, and heritage. Through their museum, the society displays artifacts from the area’s past, such as early photographs, documents, and memorabilia. The society also offers educational programs and lectures on the area’s history, as well as hosting special events throughout the year.

The Alpaugh Historical Society is actively involved in the local community. They host a variety of activities in the area, such as open houses and pancake breakfasts, and they participate in the local farmer’s market. Additionally, they offer assistance to other historical societies, providing information and assistance to those interested in preserving the history of their local areas.

The Alpaugh Historical Society is open to the public, and they welcome visitors to explore the museum and archives. The society is committed to preserving and sharing the history of the Alpaugh area, and they welcome donations and volunteers to help support their efforts.

ALPAUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ALPAUGH CA. US MID #8400601940

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
379th Bomb Group (Heavy) Monument Mefford Field Tulare, California A Tribute to the Men of the 379th Bomb Group (Heavy) Only Unit Ever Awarded 8th A/F Grand Slam" Award Best Bombing Greatest Tonnage Delivered, Lowest Losses, and Abort Rate April 1944 Commanders Col. Maurice A. Preston Nov 1942 - Oct 1944 Col. Lewis E. Lyle Oct 1944 - May 1945 -------------------- Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.
B-17G Flying Fortress "Preston’s Pride" Operation Crossroads Mefford Field Tulare, California Assigned to the 509th Composite Group and participated in Operation Crossroads as drone controller for atomic tests in the summer of 1946. B-17G 105-VE 44-85738 was used as the mother ship that led 12 drone B-17s thru the fallout cloud to collect information for further study. In 1958, General Maurice Preston flew the B-17 to his hometown of Tulare, CA. Here, the town affectionately dubbed the plane “Preston’s Pride”. This B-17 Flying Fortress is a gift from the U.S.A.F. to AMVETS Post No. 56 as a memorial to all men and women of Tulare who served their country World War II. It is also a tribute to our own Major General Maurice Preston, Operations Chief U.S.A.F. Retired, who flew this plane to Tulare on August 5, 1958.

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ALPAUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 117
ALPAUGH
CA
93201

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MID # 8400601940
Name ALPAUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 770286805
NTEECC O40
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 35.886179, -119.268136
CODES FIPS State Code: 06
FIPS County Code: 107
US Census Tract: 004400
US Census Block: 1037