Claude Shea Early Aviation Photograph Collection

The Claude Shea Early Aviation Photograph Collection holds two vintage black-and-white photographs depicting early aviators from 1924 and 1930, respectively. One photograph shows the Douglas World Cruiser "Seattle (No. 1)" piloted by Major Martin during the flight around the world. It was likely taken in Seward, Alaska, circa April 1924. The caption on verso reads: "This could be near Seward, Alaska. Major Martin. Around the world flight of 1924?" It is 3 x 4.5 inches and in poor condition, with a piece missing from the top of the print. The second photograph depicts pilot Joe Crosson's aircraft as seen from a distance in Ruby, Alaska in 1930, per the caption on reverse. It is 2.5 x 7 inches. It is unclear who took the photographs.

Digitized Materials: This collection has been digitized in its entirety.