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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…

[Robert F. McMahon oral history interview (Part 8 of 9)] (Item)

In this nine-part oral history, fighter pilot Robert F. McMahon is interviewed about his military service with the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. In part eight, he continues to describe his wartime service history, including his 1941-1942 combat tour in the Southwest Pacific. He also touches on moments from his post-World War II career. Topics discussed include memories of his…

[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.

[Gift card sent by James C. Stewart, circa 1940s] (Item)

Gift card sent by James C. Stewart to an unidentified person, circa 1940s. Includes a tartan pattern and an illustration of a Scottish Highland soldier. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[James C. Stewart and Marion] (Item)

Photograph of fighter ace James C. Stewart and Marion, October 8, 1942. Inscription on verso: "Marion + frown Jim. 10-8-42." Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[Press release regarding James C. Stewart] (Item)

Press release sent to the Riverside Daily Enterprise in Riverside, California, regarding fighter ace James. C. Stewart receiving an oak leaf cluster to his Distinguished Flying Cross, circa 1940s. One typed page. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[U.S. Army Air Forces serviceman] (Item)

Photographic portrait of an unidentified U.S. Army Air Forces serviceman, February 1943.Inscription: "Lt. [illegible]"Inscription on verso: "Taken Feb. '43. Just like yours was."Stamped on verso: For your convenience the negative of this photograph will be kept on file. When reordering be sure you mention order #241273. Hoffman Studio, [address and telephone number]."Item from the Margery Watson…

[Postcard to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, January 13, 1943] (Item)

Postcard to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, January 13, 1943. Confirms Stewart's safe arrival overseas and gives postal address for future mail. One page with envelope. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

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