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[Letter from William Orthman to his wife, written while stationed in Shanghai, China, January 14, 1945]
Letter from William Orthman to his wife, written while stationed in Shanghai, China, January 14, 1945. Discusses his recent job transfer to public relations, American and Chinese protests in Shanghai, a recent visit by Secretary of War Robert P. Patterson, and clashing views regarding communism and democracy. Three typed pages with envelope.
[Partial letter from William Orthman to his wife, written while stationed in Shanghai, China, November 18, 1945]
Partial letter from William Orthman to his wife, written while stationed in Shanghai, China, November 18, 1945. Discusses a boat trip on the Huangpu (Whangpoo) River, a shopping trip in Shanghai, the city's mix of American, European, and Chinese culture, and his plans when he returns home. Two typed pages with envelope.
[Fragments from letters written by William Orthman to his wife while stationed in Shanghai, China, circa 1945-1946]
Fragments from letters written by William Orthman to his wife while stationed in Shanghai, China, circa 1945-1946. Topics discussed include linotype operations at a local print shop and life in Shanghai. Four typed pages.
[Memorandum to Air Forces Group, War Department Bureau of Public Relations, from Headquarters Army Air Forces, China Theater, September 25, 1945]
Memorandum to Air Forces Group, War Department Bureau of Public Relations, from Headquarters Army Air Forces, China Theater, September 25, 1945. Forwards photographs and stories of the Tenth Air Force's evacuation of prisoners of war from a prison camp near Hong Kong, likely referring to the Shamshuipo internment camp. One typed page.
[Partial letter from William Orthman to his wife, written while stationed in Shanghai, China, circa 1945-1946]
Partial letter from William Orthman to his wife, written while stationed in Shanghai, China, circa 1945-1946. Discusses Christmas gifts, a walk along Soochow Creek, and a protest by Chinese students. One typed page.
Alphabetical Roster of Officers, Headquarters Army Air Forces, China Theater [February 28, 1946]
Military roster titled "Alphabetical Roster of Officers, Headquarters Army Air Forces, China Theater," February 28, 1946. Lists servicemen by name, rank, and current assignment. Includes Captain William G. Orthman, Staff Public Relations Officer. Ten typed pages.
[Partial letter from William Orthman to his wife, written while stationed in China, circa 1945-1946]
Partial letter from William Orthman to his wife, written while stationed in China, circa 1945-1946. Discusses the difficult living conditions in China and the high rate of disease among the population. Two typed pages.
[Pilot and crew member physical record card issued by U.S. Army Air Forces to Michael T. Russo, circa 1943-1944]
Pilot and crew member physical record card issued by the U.S. Army Air Forces to Michael T. Russo, circa 1943-1944. Includes a list of his flying qualifications and vaccinations.
[Instrument flight test certification card issued by U.S. Army Air Forces to Michael T. Russo, May 5, 1943]
Instrument flight test certification card issued by the U.S. Army Air Forces to Michael T. Russo, May 5, 1943. Includes handwritten notes on verso.
[Instrument pilot certification card issued by U.S. Army Air Forces to Michael T. Russo, December 6, 1945]
Instrument pilot certification card issued by the U.S. Army Air Forces to Michael T. Russo, December 6, 1945. Includes handwritten notes on verso.