Quonset Point Naval Air Station

QUONSET POINT NAVAL AIR STATION The U.S. Naval Air Station, Quonset Point, R. I., was placed in full commission July 12, 1941. There are normally 11 squadrons located at the base, which is also the home port of two aircraft carriers, the U.S.S. Lake Champlain (CVS-39) and the U.S.S. Essex (CVS-9). In addition, the Air Station provides logistic support for a third carrier, the U.S.S. Wasp (CVS-18). Max Silverstein & Son, Providence, R. I..... by COLOURPICTURE BOSTON, MASS. 02130 P68886 AW