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[Goodwill Meeting, American Fighter Aces Association and Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association (Part 3 of 3)] (Item)
[Goodwill Meeting, American Fighter Aces Association and Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association (Part 3 of 3)]
This three-part recording contains highlights from a goodwill meeting between the American Fighter Aces Association and the Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association, held in May 1961 in Germany. In part three, the narrator presents excerpts from conversations between the American and German delegations and describes notable moments during the visit, such as speeches made at a war memorial dedication…
[Goodwill Meeting, American Fighter Aces Association and Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association (Part 1 of 3)] (Item)
[Goodwill Meeting, American Fighter Aces Association and Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association (Part 1 of 3)]
This three-part recording contains highlights from a goodwill meeting between the American Fighter Aces Association and the Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association, held in May 1961 in Germany. In part one, the narrator summarizes the event, introduces members of the American and German delegations, and describes notable moments during the visit. Identified speakers include Werner Andres, President…
[Goodwill Meeting, American Fighter Aces Association and Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association (Part 2 of 3)] (Item)
[Goodwill Meeting, American Fighter Aces Association and Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association (Part 2 of 3)]
This three-part recording contains highlights from a goodwill meeting between the American Fighter Aces Association and the Luftwaffe Fighter Pilots’ Association, held in May 1961 in Germany. In part two, the narrator presents excerpts from conversations between the American and German delegations. Topics discussed include the German scoring system for aerial victories, past and current…
[Louis E. Curdes oral history interview] (Item)
[Louis E. Curdes oral history interview]
Fighter ace Louis E. Curdes is interviewed by historian Douglas E. Clanin about his military service with the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. Curdes describes his wartime experiences as a fighter pilot, including his time with the 82nd Fighter Group in the Mediterranean Theater and with the 3rd Air Commando Group in the Pacific Theater. He also touches on his postwar career with…
[Frank L. Gailer, Jr. oral history interview (Part 2 of 2)] (Item)
[Frank L. Gailer, Jr. oral history interview (Part 2 of 2)]
In this two-part oral history, fighter ace Frank L. Gailer, Jr. discusses his military service with the United States Army Air Forces and United States Air Force. In part two, he continues to describe his experiences as a fighter pilot with the 353rd Fighter Squadron during World War II and touches on his postwar assignments with the Pentagon. Topics discussed include his personal background, his…
[Mrs. Garrison (mother of Vermont Garrison) oral history interview] (Item)
[Mrs. Garrison (mother of Vermont Garrison) oral history interview]
In this brief oral history, Mrs. Garrison is interviewed about her son, fighter ace Vermont Garrison. She shares a few details about his childhood and military career and discusses her views on America’s role in future global conflicts. The interview is conducted by Delvina Wheeldon, a journalist and radio broadcaster based in Cincinnati, Ohio. The segment appeared in the Continental Air Defense…
[American and German fighter pilots (Part 2 of 2)] (Item)
[American and German fighter pilots (Part 2 of 2)]
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…
[James C. Stewart] (Item)
[James C. Stewart]
Photographic portrait of fighter ace James C. Stewart, circa 1950s-1960s.
[Room at Keesler Air Force Base] (Item)
[Room at Keesler Air Force Base]
Photograph of a room at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, circa 1940s. An informational poster shows a map of the facilities and includes information regarding uniforms. A sign above the door reads: "Have you tried a Keesler flight lunch? Order thru airdrome officer, pick-up from ops dispatcher in 15 min. Cost -- 35 cents." Stamped on verso: "Official Photo USAF."
[Pilot with Stinson L-5 Sentinel] (Item)
[Pilot with Stinson L-5 Sentinel]
Photograph of a United States Air Force pilot in the cockpit of a parked Stinson L-5 Sentinel aircraft (fuselage number 636), circa 1940s. The plane's designation, "The Pathfinder," is written near the cockpit. Stamped on verso: "Reproduced by drafting & reproduction Ho. Co. E.A.C. Camp Edwards, Mass. Restricted."