World War I Aviation Historians is a non-profit organization that aims to preserve the information, facts, and history related to World War I.

This organization sponsors an annual essay contest that students with an interest in World War I are encouraged to participate in.

Eligibility requirements include:

Papers must respond to some aspect of aviation during the period from 1914-1918 (World War I Years), however, the topic is the student’s choice. The first place winner will receive a $500 scholarship and five honorable mention scholars will receive a $200 scholarship. World War I Aviation Historians reserves the right to publish any papers in their periodical “Over the Front.”

Essays must be at least 10-pages in length, double-spaced. Digital copies are preferred, but essays can also be sent to the following address:

Steven A. Ruffin
2125 Hillrise Circle
Bellbrook, OH 45305

For the 2007 competition, essays must be submitted by May 31.

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