[John L. Sublett oral history interview (Part 1 of 2)]

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Identifier2002-02-13-1139_AV_167SourceThe American Fighter Aces Association Oral Interviews (2002-02-13-1139)CreatorAmerican Fighter Aces AssociationIntervieweeSublett, John L.InterviewerValencia, Eugene A.DescriptionAudio recording of an oral history with fighter ace John L. Sublett, conducted by interviewer Eugene A. Valencia, June 24, 1968. Part 1 of 2.

Text on label: "John Sublett. 045. #1. Midland, Texas, 24 June 68. #1."AbstractIn this two-part oral history, fighter ace John L. Sublett is interviewed about his military service and aviation career. In part one, Sublett describes his experiences as a fighter pilot with the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. Topics discussed include his training history, his service in England with the 362nd Fighter Squadron, and stories about fellow servicemen.

The interview is conducted by fellow fighter ace Eugene A. Valencia. Note that speakers may be difficult to hear in some spots due to faint audio.BiographyJohn L. Sublett was born on October 26, 1921 in Alpine, Texas. He joined the United States Army Air Corps in 1941 and graduated from flight training in 1942. After an initial assignment as a flight instructor, Sublett joined the 357th Fighter Group and was deployed to England. He served with the 362nd Fighter Squadron, flying missions over Germany, France, and other areas of the European Theater. Sublett remained in the military after the end of World War II and went on to serve in various command and staff positions. He retired from the Air Force in 1962 as a lieutenant colonel. Afterwards, he flew for Air America during the Vietnam War. Sublett passed away in 2003.Creation Date1968-06-24SubjectAces (Fighter pilots)Air pilots, MilitaryFighter pilotsNorth American P-51 Mustang FamilySublett, John L.United States. Army Air ForcesUnited States. Army Air Forces. Fighter Squadron, 357thUnited States. Army Air Forces. Fighter Squadron, 362ndUnited States. Army. Air CorpsWorld War, 1939-1945PlaceEnglandFranceGermanyExtent1 sound reel (1 hr., 35 min., 51 sec.) : analog ; 1/4 inOriginal Formatoral histories (literary works)open reel audiotapesBibliographic CitationThe American Fighter Aces Association Materials/The Museum of FlightRightsIn copyright

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[John L. Sublett oral history interview (Part 1 of 2)]