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EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. - The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics named Eglin Air Force Base a historic aerospace site for 2009. It was among four international locations getting the honor. The selection is to recognize noteworthy cultural and technological contributions made in both aeronautics and astronautics. A bronze plaque will be mounted at the Air Force Armament Museum at a ceremony in September. (Source: Eglin Air Force Base, 06/09/2009)