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The team thrilled spectators with low-flying maneuvers performed in tight formations, and ( according to Voris ) by "... keeping something in front of the crowds at all times.

My objective was to beat the Army Air Corps.

If we did that, we'd get all the other side issues.

I felt that if we weren't the best, it would be my naval career.

" The Blue Angels ' first public demonstration also netted the team its first trophy, which sits on display at the team's current home at NAS Pensacola.