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[William K. Blair oral history interview (Part 1 of 2)]
In this two-part oral history, fighter ace William K. Blair is interviewed by Eugene A. Valencia about his military service with the United States Navy. In part one, Blair describes his experiences as a carrier-based fighter pilot, including his assignments with Fighting Squadron 10 (VF-10) and Fighting Squadron 2 (VF-2) during World War II. Topics discussed include his flight training; his time…
[Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft in flight above water]
Photograph of a Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft in flight above water, October 31, 1944. The view is partly obscured by the photographing aircraft. Part of a series photographs showing the Emily aircraft's pursuit and shoot-down.
[Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft in flight above water]
Photograph of a Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft in flight above water, October 31, 1944. Part of a series photographs showing the Emily aircraft's pursuit and shoot-down.
[Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft crashing into water]
Photograph of a Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft crashing into water, October 31, 1944. Part of a series photographs showing the Emily aircraft's pursuit and shoot-down.
[Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft in flight above water]
Photograph of a Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft in flight above water, October 31, 1944. The view is partly obscured by the photographing aircraft. Part of a series photographs showing the Emily aircraft's pursuit and shoot-down. Caption: "1-VB117-18-Enemy aircraft [illegible], 31 Oct 44, 0435 - 6 3/8'' - Rest." Caption on accompanying document: "125. Shooting of a Jap Emily."
[Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft in flight above water]
Photograph of a Japanese Kawanishi H8K Emily aircraft in flight above water, October 31, 1944. Splashes from bullets are visible behind the aircraft. Part of a series photographs showing the Emily aircraft's pursuit and shoot-down.