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Program for the memorial service of William H. Cook, Jr., held on April 30, 2012 at The Museum of Flight in Seattle, Washington. Listed speakers include Cook's daughter and son, Tandy and Wyatt Cook; Garrick Pang; Richard W. "Dick" Taylor; Joseph F.…

Eulogy titled "Bill Cook's family life," written by William H. Cook, Jr.'s son, Wyatt Cook, April 30, 2012. Describes Cook's family life and shares personal anecdotes about the Cook family. The eulogy was given at a memorial celebration held at The…

Eulogy titled "Bill Cook's outdoor adventures," written by Boeing test pilot Richard K. "Buzz" Nelson, April 30, 2012. Describes William H. Cook, Jr.'s outdoor hobbies, including flying, camping, and fishing. The eulogy was given at a memorial…

Eulogy titled "Bill Cook's Boeing career," written by Richard W. "Dick" Taylor, April 30, 2012. Describes William H. Cook, Jr.'s work at Boeing and his involvement in various aircraft projects. The eulogy was given at a memorial celebration held at…

Eulogy titled "Bill Cook's early years," written by William H. Cook, Jr.'s daughter, Tandy Cook Hennings, April 30, 2012. Describes Cook's childhood, school years, and lifelong interest in aviation. The eulogy was given at a memorial celebration held…

Postcard (reproduction) of the "Vin Fiz" railcar that carried Calbraith Perry Rodgers's family, mechanics, reporters, and equipment during his transcontinental flight across the United States, circa 1911. This postcard was produced in 2011 for the…

Postcard (reproduction) of people with the Wright Model EX "Vin Fiz" aircraft after its crash in Middletown, New York on September 18, 1911. This postcard was produced in 2011 for the 100th anniversary of Calbraith Perry Rodgers's transcontinental…

Ticket for the WASP (Women Airforce Service Pilots) Congressional Gold Medal Celebration, held at the United States Capitol Rotunda, Washington, D.C., March 10, 2010.

Ticket for the Welcome Salute Reception of the WASP (Women Airforce Service Pilots) Congressional Gold Medal Celebration, held at the Women in Military Service Memorial, Virginia, March 9, 2010.Inscription on verso: "WASP Recep."

Gold WASP Congressional Medal of Honor in box. Circular gold medal with 4 women pilots, 3 walking and one in profile, and a plane on front. "Women Airforce Service Pilots 1942-1944" around edges. Back side of medal has raised relief image of 3…