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The city of Foley is seeking residents’ memories and memorabilia of World War II in order to help create a museum exhibit and other displays commemorating the era. Recently named as a …
A historic collaboration between Foley and the U.S. Navy, spanning over 80 years, is set to expand with a recent agreement for the city to provide services at Barin Field. The Foley City Council …
The National Park Service has named Foley the American World War II Heritage City for Alabama.
In a recent announcement, the National Park Service has designated Foley as the American World War II Heritage City for Alabama. Among the 11 communities selected nationwide, Foley stands as the …
By Lt Col Terrence G. Popravak, Jr., USAF (Retired), 142nd Wing / History Office / Published April 15, 2021 Frank W. Wright’s fighter plane in RAF 209 Squadron during World War I was the famous Sopwith Camel. The British Sopwith F.1 Camel shot down more enemy aircraft than any other Allied World War I fighter. Best characterized by its unmatched maneuverability, the Camel was difficult to defeat in a dogfight. Tricky handling characteristics, however, made the Camel a dangerous aircraft to fly. The example pictured here on display at the National Museum of the US Air Fo...