The Otis Base Quiz
Otis Air Force Base doesn't really exist anymore but Cape Codders still refer to the military base as "Otis." Take our on-line quiz to test your base smarts!
- 1.
What year did the trustees of the Shawmee Crowell State Forest give the Massachusetts State Militia permission to train there?
- A.
1890
- B.
1911
- C.
1920
- D.
1941
Correct Answer
B. 1911Explanation
In 1911, the trustees of the Shawmee Crowell State Forest granted permission to the Massachusetts State Militia to conduct training activities in the forest.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who was Camp Edwards named after?
- A.
Major General Clarence Edwards
- B.
Jonathan Edwards
- C.
John Edwards
- D.
Dean Edwards
Correct Answer
A. Major General Clarence EdwardsExplanation
In 1938, Curley's successor, Gov. Charles Hurley, dedicated Camp Edwards, the Army's portion of the MMR. The camp was named after Major General Clarence Edwards, former commander of the 26th Yankee Division.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many acres did the state legislature officially deed for Camp Edwards in 1935?
- A.
10,000
- B.
12,500
- C.
14,700
- D.
20,000
Correct Answer
C. 14,700Explanation
In 1935, the state legislature officially deeded 14,700 acres for Camp Edwards.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Otis Field at the base was named after 1st Lt. Frank J. Otis.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Otis Field at the base was named after 1st Lt. Frank J. Otis, a Yankee Division pilot killed on a cross-country training flight.Rate this question:
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- 5.
When was the base renamed Otis Air Force Base?
- A.
1925
- B.
1938
- C.
1948
- D.
1965
Correct Answer
C. 1948Explanation
In 1948 the base was renamed Otis Air Force Base. Until 1973, it was the largest Aerospace Defense Command base in the world and is the only base named for a doctor.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many troops passed through Camp Edwards during World War II?
- A.
20,000
- B.
200,000
- C.
250,000
- D.
500,000
Correct Answer
C. 250,000Explanation
In 1940, a temporary city was built to house European-bound soldiers before they shipped overseas. At its peak, there were more than 2,000 barracks and warehouses. Approximately 250,000 troops passed through Camp Edwards during World War II.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What was the Base chosen for in 1957?
- A.
Largest military base
- B.
House BOMARC missiles
- C.
Stellar training of soldiers
Correct Answer
B. House BOMARC missilesExplanation
In 1957, the base was one of four sites in the Northeast chosen to house the BOMARC nuclear missiles that were designed to stop enemy bombers from penetrating U.S. airspace. They were deactivated during the 1960's.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What year did the Air Force leave the base?
- A.
1945
- B.
1962
- C.
1968
- D.
1970
Correct Answer
D. 1970Explanation
In 1970, the Air Force left the base after 21 years. Massachusetts Military Reservation resumes its original name.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What U.S. president used the base for the landing of Air Force One?
- A.
Jimmy Carter
- B.
John F. Kennedy
- C.
George Bush
- D.
Bill Clinton
Correct Answer
B. John F. KennedyExplanation
President John F. Kennedy used Otis on many occasions for the landing of Air Force One when he traveled to the Kennedy Compound in Hyannis.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Is it true that Otis Air National Guard Base underwent boundary changes in 1975?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
Otis Air National Guard Base underwent boundary changes in 1975. This realignment included these installations: Otis Air National Guard Base, Camp Edwards, and the Coast Guard Air Station Cape Cod. Together they form the Massachusetts Military Reservation, where 17 other state, federal and private entities operate within its boundaries.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Are fighter jets still kept at Otis?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
Originally scheduled to be closed by the 2005 BRAC, Otis was spared in last minute decisions. The 102nd did though lose its planes. In 2008, the F-15s are retired or moved to Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield.Rate this question:
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