1942: Base loan agreements are signed between the U.S. and Panamanian officials that provide for the use of several air bases to defend the Panama Canal. This B-17 flying patrol over the Canal in 1942. (USAF Image)
1942: Base loan agreements are signed between the U.S. and Panamanian officials that provide for the use of several air bases to defend the Panama Canal. This B-17 flying patrol over the Canal in 1942. (USAF Image)