1910 and 1914 airplanes

The transcript highlights the US Navy's advancements in naval aviation, starting from early experiments in 1910 to its significant role in World War I. The Navy's efforts in integrating airplanes for scouting and observation are discussed, along with its expansion during the war, sending thousands of airmen and aircraft to France.

What has given the US a leading position among the Naval Air forces globally?

• Long series of achievements

• Advanced technology

• Strategic alliances

• Large number of aircraft

In what year did the Navy begin experimenting with airplanes for scouting?

• 1905

• 1910

• 1915

• 1920

What was the primary purpose of using airplanes as an auxiliary to surface ships?

• Combat missions

• Scouting and observation

• Passenger transport

• Cargo delivery

When did the United States declare war against Germany, prompting the Navy to go overseas?

• 1917

• 1914

• 1915

• 1916

How many naval airmen did the US Navy send to France during World War I?

• 10,000

• 15,000

• 20,000

• 25,000