United States Navy Pre-Flight School
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Subject Source: Local sources
Scope Note: During World War II, the United States Navy operated a pre-flight school at Saint Mary’s College from 1942 to 1946 as part of its effort to quickly train aviators and officers. This military program trained thousands of cadets and significantly boosted the campus's population and infrastructure during the war. Navy Pre-Flight schools were also in University of North Carolina, University of Iowa, and the University of Georgia.
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Moraga campus during Navy Pre-Flight construction
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View of the Moraga campus looking north during construction of the Navy Pre-Flight campus. The gymnasium under construction is in the foreground.
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Other: 2025