Military Memorabilia 1917 Naval Flying Officer Cadet Mess Iroquois China Platter

In 1914, the navy opened Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, dubbed the "Annapolis of the air", to train its first naval aviators. Candidates had to have served at least two years of sea duty and training was for 12 months. In 1917, the navy's program became part of the Flying Officer Training Program. This restaurant ware grade platter was made by Iroquois China in 1917. It was made for the Flying Officer Training Program Cadet Mess. This item was used by the cadets in the first program. It measures 15 1/2 inches by 10 inches. It is in excellent pre-owned condition with no damage.