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Address book, "Book of addresses of officers and enlisted personnel of 95th Aero Squadron," circa 1917-1918. Includes a dedication from Captain John Mitchell, thanking servicemen for "their untiring work and efforts during eight months of active…

Document entitled "List of Criticisms of Balloon Companies, A.E.F.," circa 1917-1919. Two page typescript document detailing issues with the operations of the Balloon Section and Air Service.

Cut-out illustration of a roulette table and roulette card, circa 1917-1919.Inscription on album page: "The roulette."Part of a scrapbook related to Edward I. Sproull's military career during and after World War I, circa 1916-1919.

Document, "A Brief History of the 88th Aero Squadron on the Front," circa 1918. Nine-page mimeographed document relating the activities of the 88th during their time overseas, from their arrival in France in November 1917 to the armistice in November…

Document entitled "Manoeuvering Regulations for Type R Balloon," circa 1918. Typescript instructions with handwritten diagram at bottom detailing roles of rigger and telephone squad men. One typed page.

Document entitled "Instructions for Troops," circa 1918. Includes information and rules for troops onboard ship, including restrictions on exposed lights, rubbish that floats, and abandon ship procedures. One typed page.

Form slip from the U.S.S. George Washington, circa 1918. Instructs the recipient on procedures to abandon ship.

Roll of Honor for the 27th Aero Squadron, circa 1918. Joseph Wehner is listed as missing.Inscription on verso: "[Horace?] E. [Beats?]. 27th Aero Sqdn. 1st Pursuit [Group]. A.E.F."

Proofs for correction for Charles W. Drew's obituary, circa 1918. Presumably written when he was missing in action, prior to notification of his status as a prisoner of war.

Document, "Example of Pre-arranged Shoot on Hostile Battery for Destruction," circa 1918. Handwritten chart and notes. Two pages.