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obituaries

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Published notices of a death, usually with a brief biography of the deceased.

Found in 10 Collections and/or Records:

Abraham J. Artig World War II Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 2019-09-11
Overview

The A.J. Artig World War II Collection relates to A.J. Artig's service in the Army Air Corps as a B-26 Marauder pilot.

Dates: 1943-2010

William Hough "Bill" Cook Jr. Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 2017-10-26
Abstract

The William Hough “Bill” Cook, Jr. Papers are comprised of documents, photographs, newspaper clippings, and memorabilia pertaining to the life and work of Bill Cook, Jr. A significant portion of this collection is made up of correspondence, both personal and professional. Major topics include the Boeing high speed wind tunnel, the B-29, B-47, and B-17 bombers, the development of the YC-14 short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft, and research on supersonic transport.

Dates: 1925-2012; Majority of material found within 1938 - 1974

John Fornasero Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 2011-06-24
Abstract:

The John Fornasero Papers are comprised of documents, photographs, newspaper clippings, and ephemera pertaining to the life and work of flight instructor, aviation inspector, and test pilot John B. Fornasero. A significant portion of this collection is made up of photographs. Major topics include the Ryan School of Aeronautics, the Civil Aeronautics Administration, Fairchild Aircraft Company, and Boeing Aircraft Company.

Dates: 1904-2006

Tandy C. Hennings Collection of E. Scott Osler Materials

 Collection
Identifier: 2015-07-08
Abstract:

The Tandy C. Hennings Collection of E. Scott Osler Materials are comprised of photographs, newspaper clippings, and correspondence collected by Hennings concerning commercial pilot, flight engineer, and test pilot E. Scott Osler. Also included is the biography of Osler that Hennings wrote using these materials.

Dates: 1918-2015

Lansing C. Holden Photograph Collection

 Collection — Folder 1
Identifier: 2020-00-00-28
Abstract

Lansing C. Holden Photograph Collection includes photographs and a clipping relating to World War I pilot and ace Lansing C. Holden.

Dates: circa 1919-1938

Duane Kaiser World War II Collection

 Collection — Box One
Identifier: 2020-12-07
Content Description The Duane Kaiser World War II Collection is a small collection documenting Kaiser's service in the 487th Bomb Group and political career in the Washington State House of Representatives. Materials include photographs (primarily digital prints rather than vintage prints); a scrapbook related to his military service with photographs, military orders, and 487th Bomb group association materials; correspondence and clippings related to his military service; 487th bomb group information; and a...
Dates: circa 1942-1945, 1983-2002

The Museum of Flight Biographical Information Files

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: ARTIFICIAL-BIO
Abstract

The Biographical Files are an artifical collection with textual and photographic files on more than 1600 prominent people and groups in the space and aviation industries.

Dates: 20th Century

Nordhoff and Dunnam Families Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 2018-08-13
Overview

The Nordhoff and Dunnam Families Collection contains items relating to the World War I and II service of the Nordhoff and Dunnam families.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1916-2012

Remi Charles O’Connor Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 2019-03-19
Contents of the Collection The Remi Charles O'Connor Collection primarily relates to the 1941-1956 military service of O'Connor, a Naval Aviator in World War II and the Korean War. The collection is comprised of textual materials such as logs, correspondence, and clippings, as well as 10 photographic prints and one 8mm film reel.The bulk of the collection consists of O'Connor's flight logs, including two from his student pilot training in 1941 and five that cover his flying career from 1941-1964. The logs...
Dates: 1941-1999; Majority of material found within 1941-1956

Clyde Pangborn Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 2005-12-27
Abstract

Clyde Edward Pangborn (circa 1890s-1958) was born in Bridgeport, Washington and was a military pilot and barnstormer. The collection contains photographs and illustrations, correspondence, advertisements, newspaper clippings, a date book, military service records, and ephemera related to the Pangborn's personal life, military service, and barnstorming career from approximately 1912 to 1981.

Dates: 1912-1981

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