Blue Angels: The Early Years – Mat Garretson Unveils the Origins of the Legendary Flight Team at the Emerson E-Series

VERO BEACH, FL (March 4, 2025) – Prepare for an evening of aviation history as The Emerson Center presents Mat Garretson, Print Historian for the Blue Angels and esteemed aviation historian. Garretson will explore the post-war atmosphere that led to the formation of the U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels, offering an exclusive look at the early years of this world-renowned flight demonstration team.
In his engaging lecture, Garretson will delve into the pivotal moments and key figures behind the Blue Angels’ creation. Attendees will gain insight into the challenges and triumphs of the team’s formative years, enriched with entertaining stories and previously unseen photos. This presentation will highlight how the pioneering spirit of the Blue Angels’ early years continues to inspire today’s teams.

Topic: Blue Angels: The Early Years
Speaker: Mat Garretson, Print Historian for the Blue Angels
Date: March 4, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
Location: The Emerson Center

About the E-Series:
Vero Beach’s premier performance venue, The Emerson Center, proudly presents its E-Series lectures—a series dedicated to topics that engage, educate, and entertain. This season’s E-Series is made possible through the generous support of our presenting sponsor, The Orcutt Wealth Management Group at Stifel. We extend our sincere gratitude to them for their commitment and contributions.

The Emerson Center is located at 1590 27th Ave, Vero Beach, FL. Doors open one hour prior to the lecture. While admission to the E-Series is free, a suggested donation of $10 is greatly appreciated. Mark your calendar for the final E-Series lecture of the season on March 11.

About The Emerson Center: The Emerson Center’s mission is to provide educational, enlightening, and thought-provoking programs, alongside memorable musical events, for our community. For further information, please visit us online at TheEmersonCenter.com. The Emerson Center is located at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Vero Beach, 1590 27th Ave, Vero Beach, Florida 32960.

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