[Anthony J. Denman oral history interview (Part 2 of 2)]

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Identifier2002-02-13-1139_AV_054SourceThe American Fighter Aces Association Oral Interviews (2002-02-13-1139)CreatorAmerican Fighter Aces AssociationIntervieweeDenman, Anthony J.DescriptionAudio recording of an oral history with fighter ace Anthony J. Denman, circa 1989. Part 2 of 2.

Text on label: "Denman. II."AbstractIn this two-part oral history, fighter ace Anthony J. Denman discusses his military service with the United States Navy during World War II. In part two, he provides clarifying details regarding his wartime experiences and the combat mission discussed in the previous interview.BiographyAnthony J. Denman was born on November 25, 1918 in Chicago, Illinois. He joined the United States Navy as an Aviation Cadet in 1940 and was designated a Naval Aviator the following year. Initially a member of Fighting Squadron 36 (VF-36), Denman later joined Fighting Squadron 18 (VF-18) when the squadron reformed in 1944. He served aboard a number of carriers during his combat tours in the Pacific Theater, including the USS Nassau (CVE-16), USS Intrepid (CV-11), USS Hancock (CV-19), and USS Saratoga (CV-3). Denman joined the Navy Reserve after World War II and commanded Fighter Squadron 831 (VF-831) during the Korean War. He retired from the military in 1977 and passed away in 1992.Creation Datecirca 1989SubjectAces (Fighter pilots)Air pilots, MilitaryClark Air Base (Philippines)Denman, Anthony J.Fighter pilotsGrumman F6F-5 HellcatIntrepid (Aircraft carrier)Nassau (Escort Carrier : CVE 16)United States. NavyUnited States. Navy. Fighting Squadron 18United States. Navy. Fighting Squadron 36World War, 1939-1945PlaceKiribatiMarshall IslandsPhilippinesExtent1 sound cassette (17 min., 24 sec.) : analog ; 4 x 2.5 inOriginal Formatoral histories (literary works)audiocassettesBibliographic CitationThe American Fighter Aces Association Materials/The Museum of FlightRightsIn copyrightTranscription[Anthony J. Denman oral history interview (Part 2 of 2)]

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[Anthony J. Denman oral history interview (Part 2 of 2)]