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[Internal gears of Eastman Kodak Model K aerial photography camera] (Item)

Photograph of the internal gears of an Eastman Kodak Model K aerial photography camera, July 10, 1918.Typed caption: "8.3 RV303. 10 Jul 18."Inscription on verso: "Controlling wheels of camera. Keep this picture."Part of a photograph album related to C. E. Roy's service with the U.S. Navy at Key West Naval Air Station, Florida, circa 1917-1918.

Frank Luke and the Bravest of the Brave [Magazine clipping, December 1961] (Item)

Magazine clipping, "Frank Luke and the Bravest of the Brave" by William E. Barrett, illustrated by Phil Ronfar, from Model Airplane News, December 1961. Article about Frank Luke and his squadron. Accompanying illustration features a SPAD XIII destroying a German balloon. 13 pages.

[Footage of Lafayette Escadrille in France and shots of various biplanes, produced circa 1930s-1950s] (Item)

Film footage of the Lafayette Escadrille in France and shots of various biplanes, produced circa 1930s-1950s. The first segment, possibly produced by G. B. Jarrett, is comprised of short clips of Escadrille members and aircraft at Luxeuil Aerodrome and other areas of France, intercut with still-shots of photographs and documents related to the squadron. Scenes include service members posing with…

[Scale airplane and gunsight mounted on stands] (Item)

Photograph of a scale airplane and a gunsight mounted on stands, circa 1917-1919.Part of a scrapbook related to Edward I. Sproull's military career during and after World War I, circa 1916-1919.

[Serviceman in automobile] (Item)

Photograph of two servicemen in a Crossley 20/25 HP Royal Flying Corps Model Tourer automobile, circa 1917-1919.Part of a set of photograph album pages related to Eric G. Peter's service with the Royal Air Force during and after World War I, circa 1914-1920s.

A flock of French fliers ready for action on the battle line (Item)

Stereograph, "A Flock of French Fliers Ready for Action on the Battle Line. Nieuport Airplanes with Guns," Keystone View Company, circa 1914-1918. Image features French pilots and Nieuport biplanes at an airfield in France. Caption on verso describes the different types of military airplanes and the specifications of various Nieuport models. Typed caption: "18654 – A Flock of French Fliers Ready…

[Servicemen with aerial cameras] (Item)

Photographic group portrait of U.S. Army servicemen with aerial cameras, likely students at the U.S.A. School of Aerial Photography in Rochester, New York, circa 1916-1918. Camera models include two French De Ram semi-automatic cameras (center front), a French Grand Champ 26cm handheld camera (second from right), a French De Maria Lapierre 26cm handheld camera (third from right), a German 26cm…

Air Memorial Day [Program, May 18, 1919] (Item)

Program, "Air Memorial Day, De Mille Field, Hollywood, California," May 18, 1919. Los Angeles Branch, National Aeronautic Committee, in association with the War Department Commission Training Camp Activities. 20 unnumbered pages. The program details the numerous members of the Advisory Board, various committees and patrons, and other dignitaries associated with the event. Events of the day…

[Edward V. “Eddie” Rickenbacker oral history interview (Part 1 of 2)] (Item)

In this two-part oral history, fighter ace Edward V. “Eddie” Rickenbacker is interviewed about his life and his military service during World War I. In part one, he shares stories from his racing, military, and business careers. Topics discussed include his time with the 94th Aero Squadron in France, the evolution of aviation technology and aerial warfare, and stories about fellow servicemen and…

[Frank G. Tallman oral history interview] (Item)

Stunt pilot and aviation historian Frank G. Tallman is interviewed about his collection of vintage aircraft and his work with Tallmantz Aviation. He describes his experiences restoring and flying historic warbirds and discusses the characteristics of various aircraft. Topics discussed include the capabilities of World War I-era aircraft, his thoughts on specific vintage airplanes, and his…