The Spaatz Association Colonel Gregory "Evil" Watson Memorial Scholarship

  • The Spaatz Association Colonel Gregory "Evil" Watson Memorial Scholarship

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    Colonel Gregory "Evil" Watson Memorial Scholarship


    On 15 June 2026, a B-52H Stratofortress operating under the callsign TORCH11 crashed in California during a test flight, killing all eight aircrew members aboard. Among those lost was Colonel Gregory "Evil" Watson, USAFR, Spaatz Award recipient #1120. Colonel Watson was a Command Weapon Systems Officer with more than 3,200 hours in the B-52, a graduated instructor of the prestigious USAF Weapons School, a former Air Force Reserve squadron commander, and an active member of Civil Air Patrol's Barksdale Composite Squadron (LA-005).

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    This scholarship is established in his memory to create an enduring legacy honoring a legendary combat aviator, commander, mentor, and Spaatzen who now joins the ranks of our Fallen Diamonds. Your donation to this memorial scholarship is fully tax-deductible through The Spaatz Association's 501(c)(3) charitable status and was established with the support of the Watson family.

    Please help us in honoring Colonel Watson's legacy.

    For more information, please reach out to Major Julian “Cosmo”Gluck at Julian.Gluck@spaatz.org

    Amount/Quantity: Varies annually based on available funding.

    Purpose: The scholarship fund has been named in honor of Colonel Gregory "Evil" Watson, Spaatz #1120 and bomber aviator who lost his life on 15 June 2026 in the TORCH11 B-52 accident in California. The scholarship supports Civil Air Patrol cadet participation in educational, leadership, aerospace, and character development activities. Priority consideration may be given to the Louisiana Wing Summer Encampment. As funding permits, the scholarship may also support other cadet program activities and opportunities consistent with Colonel Watson's legacy of service, leadership, and aviation. The fund may additionally be used to facilitate participation by immediate members of the Watson family in scholarship presentations, recognition events, or other activities associated with the administration and promotion of the scholarship.

    Activity Type: Civil Air Patrol cadet activities approved by the TSA Scholarship Committee with priority consideration for the Louisiana Wing Summer Encampment.

    Other Scholarship Criteria:

    Must be a cadet demonstrating financial need.
    Preference may be given to applicants from Louisiana or those with a shared interest in bomber aviation, military service, or service in the Air Force, Air Force Reserve, or Air National Guard.
    This scholarship requires an essay.
    Essay Prompt: Write an essay discussing the meaning of service and how you can live a life of service inspired by the legacy of Colonel Gregory "Evil" Watson, USAFR.

    Please Note: Essays must be the applicant's original work. Submitted essays may be reviewed using available tools and methods to verify authenticity and originality.

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