Marine Corps Air Station El Toro

In 1943 the finishing touches on El Toros construction turned a bean field into one of the countrys finest military air stations. Located in a quiet valley at the base of the Saddleback Mountains and only a few miles from the Pacific Ocean Marine Corps Air Station El Toro stood proud and tall on behalf of the U.S. military for 57 years and four wars. In this publication dedicated to the history of the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) El Toro with a sub-section covering MCAS Tustin Thomas OHara presents a detailed account of the installations achievements and activities during the entire period of its service to the U.S. military. Over 200 images--from photos of the first Woman Reserve Officers in 1943 to documentation of the annual airshow--illustrate the bases history from its role in World War II through Desert Storm.