Historical Marker Program

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The British Plot, G.A.R. Cemetery

Ottawa County
Location: GAR Cemetery, 129 5th Ave, Miami OK
Material: Aluminum
Topics: Early Statehood, 1907–1941; Military; Social/Cultural

During WWII 1941-1945, the Spartan School of Aeronautics, British Flying Three was established in Miami, OK to train British Pilots without the rest of interference. Miami's roster included 2124 Royal Air Force cadet and 117 United cadets of which 1493 pilots were awarded RAF wings. 15 British cadets lost their lives in training and interred here. Each year in October, G.A.R, Cemetery holds an annual British Flyers Remembrance ceremony to honor the lives of these 15 British cadets and to educate the public, young and old, to continue their legacy. Lest we forget.