How old is the average Midway crew member?
How old is the average Midway crew member? Teenager Empowerment The average age of the crew of the USS Midway was 19. Yet with training, teamwork, and purpose, they pioneered naval aviation, led rescue missions, and sailed into harm's way.
Why is Midway called Midway?
The atoll's name is said to come from its location, midway between San Francisco and Tokyo. Geographically, it is a part of the Hawaiian chain of islands, located 1,140 nautical miles from Oahu; politically, it has never been a part of the state of Hawaii.