William W. Moffett

William W. Moffett was a pioneering American naval officer and aviation advocate in the early 20th century. As the first Chief of the U.S. Navy's Bureau of Aeronautics, he championed the development and integration of aircraft into naval operations. Moffett played a key role in advancing naval aviation, overseeing the design of new aircraft carriers, and establishing the Navy’s air program. His leadership helped transform the U.S. Navy into a formidable air-powered force, laying the groundwork for modern naval aviation's importance in military strategy.