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[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…

[Alexander Vraciu oral history interview (Part 1 of 2)] (Item)

In this two-part oral history, fighter ace Alexander Vraciu is interviewed about his military service with the United States Navy during World War II. In part one, he describes his wartime experiences as a naval aviator, including his time with Fighting Squadron 3/6 (VF-3/VF-6) and other units in the Pacific Theater. Topics discussed include his personal background, his tours of duty aboard the…

[Reade F. Tilley oral history interview (Part 1 of 2)] (Item)

In this two-part oral history, fighter ace Reade F. Tilley discusses his military service with the Royal Air Force during World War II. In part one, he describes his wartime experiences as a fighter pilot, including his time in the European and Mediterranean Theaters with No. 121 Squadron and No. 603 Squadron. Topics discussed include his initial attempts to become a volunteer pilot during the…

[Leonard K. Davis oral history interview] (Item)

Fighter ace Leonard K. “Duke” Davis is interviewed by Eugene A. Valencia about his military service with the United States Marine Corps during World War II. Davis describes his wartime experiences as a fighter pilot and his time with Marine Fighting Squadron 121 (VMF-121) in the Pacific Theater. Topics discussed include Davis’s combat missions, military life and conditions in Guadalcanal, and…

[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.

Essex claims title of Navy's fightingest ship--Aces abound [clipping] (Item)

Newspaper clipping, "Essex claims title of Navy's fightingest ship--Aces abound," from The Honolulu Advertiser, December 3, 1944.Part of a disassembled album containing materials related to Paul J. Madden's service with the U.S. Navy during World War II, circa 1940-1995.

[V-mail letter to Alvin Stewart from fighter ace James C. Stewart, December 6, 1943] (Item)

V-mail letter to Alvin Stewart from fighter ace James C. Stewart, December 6, 1943. Contains personal news written while Stewart was stationed in England. Discusses his flying experiences in the European Theater and advises Alvin on his flying options after graduation. One handwritten page. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[Franklin W. Troup oral history interview] (Item)

Audio recording of an oral history with fighter ace Franklin W. Troup, circa 1990. Originally contained in a mailing envelope addressed to Eric M. Hammel. Accompanying handwritten note to Hammel was dated January 11, 1990. Postmark stamp on envelope was dated April 1990. Microcassette 1 of 1. Abstract from transcript: Fighter ace Franklin W. Troup discusses his military service with the United…

[Letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, November 3, 1944] (Item)

Letter to Clara Stewart from her son, fighter ace James C. Stewart, November 3, 1944. Contains personal news written while Stewart was stationed in England. Discusses his job changes and the Eighth Air Force's recent aerial victories. Two handwritten pages. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.

[Letter to Mr. Heying from fighter ace James C. Stewart, June 24, 1944] (Item)

Letter to Mr. Heying from fighter ace James C. Stewart, June 24, 1944. Discusses his appreciation of Heying's kindness and thoughtfulness. One handwritten page. Part of a disassembled scrapbook containing World War II and post-war materials, circa 1943-1956.