"Copy - General James Howard comments on January 11, 1944" / "Copy - General James Howard comments, Chapter 5, Ding Hao" -- sound recording, 1979 September 28

File — Box: Audio Box 2

The James H. Howard Fighter Ace Collection contains textual, photographic, and audiovisual materials in support of James H. Howard's Medal of Honor awarded in June 1944. Materials include military records, clippings, and photographs, among others. Due to the collection's small size, it has been arranged alphabetically.

Howard was awarded the Medal of Honor in June 1944 for actions taken on January 11, 1944, the only fighter pilot in the European Theater to earn the distinction. Supporting materials within the collection include Howard's mission report, the mission schedule, statements of recommendation, clippings and articles about his experience, and the award citation signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt. Additional materials include an undated film titled "One Man Air Force" and an audiocassette recorded on September 28, 1979 with "General James Howard's comments on January 11, 1944."

Also in the collection are 15 photographs and 8 negatives. Most depict Howard with his P-51, alone, or with unidentified military personnel. There are two 1994 prints that feature an exhibit put on display at "Heritage Park Museum" (location unknown). One is a photographic reproduction of a painting by Glenn Bavousett. It depicts "Ding Hao!" in combat over Germany on January 11, 1944. The prints are mostly black-and-white and are a mix of casual and posed shots. Size varies from 3x5 inches to 8x10 inches. Very few include contextual information, such as names, dates, or locations. Duplication occurs.

Dates

1979 September 28

Conditions Governing Access

The audiocassette and 16mm film are not available, pending preservation measures. The remainder of the collection is open for research and is accessible in the Dahlberg Research Center by appointment. For more information contact us.