Echelon Collection

Supermarine Spitfire XII in echelon of No41 Sdn

WW2 - Curtiss Fighters In Formation
A photograph which somes some United States WW2 Curtiss fighter planes flying in echelon formation. Date: circa 1940s

Grumman F4F-3A trio in echelon of VMF-111, Nov 1941 -part of the Red forces, hence crosses, used in joint excerises with US Army

Epaminondas Echelon formation in the Battle of Leuctra (371 BC)
illustration of a Epaminondas Echelon formation in the Battle of Leuctra (371 BC)

Beech AT-10 trio in echelon, March 1942

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The Small-Pox Epidemic and the Metropolitan Asylums Board: the Twin-Ship " castalia, " Converted into an " echelon" Smallpox Hospital at Longreach

Airship Echelon
March 1944: An echelon of airships from the US Naval Airforce glide across the sky over California. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

Former US listening station, Berlin C018 / 1795
Former US listening station. View of the former US listening station on top of the Teufelsberg hill, Berlin, Germany. This was one of the US National Security Agencys (NSA)

Naval torpedo bombers, 1920s
Naval torpedo bombers in echelon (diagonal formation) at Hawaii in the Pacific. These bombers are late-production models of the Douglas DT-2, from the Douglas Aircraft Company

Menwith Hill spy base, aerial image
Menwith Hill monitoring station, UK, aerial photograph. This base, near Harrogate in North Yorkshire, is operated by the US National Security Agency

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"Echelon: A Timeless Formation of Power and Precision" From ancient battles to modern warfare, the concept has stood the test of time. In World War II, the skies witnessed awe-inspiring displays like the Supermarine Spitfire XII soaring in perfect formation with No41 Squadron, or the majestic sight of Curtiss Fighters flying together in a synchronized dance. Even before that era, history records Epaminondas' brilliant echelon formation during the Battle of Leuctra in 371 BC. This strategic arrangement showcased his tactical genius and forever changed military tactics. Fast forward to November 1941 when Grumman F4F-3A trio from VMF-111 took to the skies, their echelon formation exemplifying unity and strength. Meanwhile, Beech AT-10 trio demonstrated their prowess in March 1942 as they gracefully maneuvered through airspace. Echelon formations were not limited to aerial combat alone; naval torpedo bombers also embraced this technique during the 1920s. The sheer power and coordination displayed by these maritime forces left onlookers in awe. Beyond warfare, echelons found other applications too. From Airship Echelons floating majestically above us to former US listening stations like Berlin C018/1795 or Menwith Hill spy base capturing vital intelligence from afar - all relied on precise organization for success. In a different realm altogether lies Joyce Green Hospital nestled in Dartford, Kent. Even here we find echoes of an echelon-like system at work – medical professionals working harmoniously together towards a common goal: saving lives. No matter where it is seen - whether among fighter planes or historical battlefields - echelons have always represented more than just a mere formation; they symbolize teamwork, discipline, and unwavering determination, and is through these timeless formations that humanity continues its quest for excellence across various domains throughout history's tapestry.