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[Curran L. Jones oral history interview (Part 1 of 2)] (Item)

In this two-part oral history, fighter ace Curran L. Jones discusses his military service with the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. In part one, he describes his wartime experiences as a fighter pilot, including his time in the Pacific Theater with the 39th Fighter Squadron. Topics discussed include his combat missions, his service in Papua New Guinea, and his thoughts on war in…

[Robert M. DeHaven oral history interview (Part 5 of 5)] (Item)

In this five-part oral history, fighter ace Robert M. DeHaven is interviewed about his military service with the United States Army Air Forces. In part five, DeHaven continues to describe his wartime experiences as a fighter pilot and his time in the South Pacific with the 7th Fighter Squadron of the 49th Fighter Group during World War II. Topics discussed include military life and conditions in…

[Gregory A. Daymond oral history interview] (Item)

Fighter ace Gregory A. “Gus” Daymond is interviewed by Eugene A. Valencia about his military service with the Royal Air Force during World War II. Daymond describes his wartime experiences as a fighter pilot and his time in England with No. 71 Squadron, one of the RAF Eagle Squadrons made up of American volunteers. Topics discussed include Daymond’s early interest in aviation and experiences as a…

[Letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, August 2, 1944] (Item)

Letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, August 2, 1944. Contains personal news written while Stewart was stationed in England. Discusses the importance of family members attending college and getting real-world experience away from home. One handwritten page. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[V-mail letter to Alvin Stewart from fighter ace James C. Stewart, December 6, 1943] (Item)

V-mail letter to Alvin Stewart from fighter ace James C. Stewart, December 6, 1943. Contains personal news written while Stewart was stationed in England. Discusses his flying experiences in the European Theater and advises Alvin on his flying options after graduation. One handwritten page. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[Letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, November 3, 1944] (Item)

Letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, November 3, 1944. Contains personal news written while Stewart was stationed in England. Discusses his job changes and the Eighth Air Force's recent aerial victories. Two handwritten pages. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[Letter to Mr. Heying from fighter ace James C. Stewart, June 24, 1944] (Item)

Letter to Mr. Heying from fighter ace James C. Stewart, June 24, 1944. Discusses his appreciation of Heying's kindness and thoughtfulness. One handwritten page. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[American and German fighter pilots (Part 2 of 2)] (Item)

This two-part recording contains conversations between German and American fighter pilots regarding their military service during World War II. The conversations took place during a goodwill meeting between the American Fighter Aces Association and the Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association that was held in Germany in May 1961. Excerpts from these recordings were later used in a highlight reel…

[V-mail letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, May 17, 1944] (Item)

V-mail letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, May 17, 1944. Contains personal news written while Stewart was stationed in England. Discusses a romantic relationship and financial matters. One handwritten page. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[V-mail letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, October 1, 1943] (Item)

V-mail letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, October 1, 1943. Contains personal news written while Stewart was stationed in England. Discusses news from home and a trip to London. One handwritten page. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

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