Savage, Jimmie E. -- oral history interview, circa 1960s
Scope and Contents
In this two-part oral history, fighter ace Jimmie E. “Doc” Savage discusses his military service with the United States Navy during World War II. In part one, he describes his wartime experiences as a fighter pilot, including his time in the Pacific Theater with Fighting Squadron 11 (VF-11). In part two, he continues to describe his experiences with VF-11 and also touches briefly on his postwar assignments. Topics discussed include his personal background, his service and training history, notable combat missions, and fellow aces and servicemen.
Dates
- Creation: circa 1960s
Creator
- From the Collection: American Fighter Aces Association (Organization)
Language of Materials
All materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research. Due to preservation concerns, digital copies should be utilized instead of original materials. There is limited access to undigitized content.
Biographical Note: Jimmie E. Savage
Jimmie E. Savage was born on October 26, 1918 in Gunter, Texas. He joined the United States Navy in 1941 and graduated from flight training in October of that year. Savage served as a flight instructor at Naval Air Station Pensacola for two years, then joined Fighting Squadron 11 (VF-11) in 1943. Stationed aboard the USS Hornet (CV-12), he flew missions over Formosa, the Philippines, Okinawa, and other areas of the Pacific Theater. Savage remained in the military after the end of World War II and went on to serve with a number of squadrons, including VBF-98, VT-2A, VA-114, and VF-121. He also served in several staff and administrative positions and was one of the founding members of the American Fighter Aces Association. Savage retired as a captain in 1972 and passed away in 1984.
Extent
2 Sound tape reels (Reel 1 of 2, labeled: "R. J. Watson. 075. #3. Watson, RJ (side 2). 000 - end, over side - 911 - Doc Watson (2nd reel). 911 - end - J. E. Savage, Capt USN."; Reel 2 of 2, labeled: "J. E. Savage. 048A. #1.") ; 1/4 in.
Repository Details
Part of the The Museum of Flight Archives Repository
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