History
The origins of the Michigan Air National Guard can be traced back to the 107th Aero Squadron, which was organized on 27 August 1917. The squadron assembled, serviced, and repaired aircraft during World War I. It was redesignated 801st Aero Squadron on 1 February 1918 and inactivated after the end of the war on 18 March 1919. The unit received federal recognition on 7 May 1926. After the war, the squadron was deactivated.
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