William M. Armstrong, Military Historian

William M. Armstrong, Military Historian I am a professional public historian and author of the books Maryland in World War I, Marine Air Group 25 and SCAT, and Baltimore in World War II.

I post about Maryland and U.S. military history. I, Marine Air Group 25 and SCAT, and Baltimore in World War II.

The second photo (at lower right) shows 1st Lt. Evelyn Ordway’s flight jacket. She was a nurse of the 801st MAETS, part...
06/08/2026

The second photo (at lower right) shows 1st Lt. Evelyn Ordway’s flight jacket. She was a nurse of the 801st MAETS, part of S**T. The 801st flew aboard both USAAF C-47s and Marine Corps R4Ds.

Please include them in your remembrances today:
05/25/2026

Please include them in your remembrances today:

This is a list of all known members of Marine Air Group 25 and the South Pacific Combat Air Transport Command who gave their lives during World War II or Korean War era service. Updated as new information becomes available.

I am extremely proud to be part of this awesome team!
05/12/2026

I am extremely proud to be part of this awesome team!

Since 2006, TRG has provided trusted historical research and investigative services to clients across the country. What began as a two-person shop has grown into a team known for its thorough research and analysis, dependability, and results.

We’re grateful to our clients, partners, and team members—past and present—who have made this milestone possible. Your trust and dedication continue to drive our work every day.

Here’s to 20 years of excellence, and to the work ahead.

In honor of the 250th Birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps: R4D-1 "64" (probably BuNo 05064) of Marine Aircraft Group 25, S...
11/11/2025

In honor of the 250th Birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps: R4D-1 "64" (probably BuNo 05064) of Marine Aircraft Group 25, SOPAC Combat Air Transport Command, Pallikulo (Bomber 1) Airfield, Espiritu Santo, ca. May 1943. This was an aeromedical flight. (NARA photo)

Douglas R4D of Marine Aircraft Group 25:
10/25/2025

Douglas R4D of Marine Aircraft Group 25:

Immediately after landing, C-47s are refuelled, checked over and made ready for the next trip at Torokina Airstrip, Bougainville. 29 March 1944. US Archives pic.

This Memorial Day, please remember to include those from MAG-25 and S**T who made the ultimate sacrifice:
05/29/2023

This Memorial Day, please remember to include those from MAG-25 and S**T who made the ultimate sacrifice:

This is a list of all known members of Marine Air Group 25 and the South Pacific Combat Air Transport Command who gave their lives during World War II or Korean War era service. Updated as new information becomes available.

These were popular within MAG-25 and its USAAF counterparts:
12/18/2022

These were popular within MAG-25 and its USAAF counterparts:

Dwight D. Eisenhower and Marlene Dietrich both belonged to this unusual club.

12/16/2022

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