Resource Type

[Flyer: Finding Yourself in the Archive] (open access)

[Flyer: Finding Yourself in the Archive]

Flyer for Finding Yourself in the Archive: TWU's WASP Collection, hosted by The Woman's Collection at TWU on September 26, 2008. The first page includes a schedule of the day's events. The second page provides information about each archival stations featured at the event.
Date: September 26, 2008
Creator: Texas Woman's University. Libraries.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The National Register of Historic Places (open access)

The National Register of Historic Places

Pamphlet describing the purpose of the U.S. National Register of Historic Places and process for suggesting new additions. It includes information about preservation assistance, cultural resource planning, criteria for evaluating the significance of properties, state and federal nomination processes, as well as publications and other resources, with a list of state and federal preservation officers.
Date: unknown
Creator: National Register of Historic Places
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Wings Across America pamphlet] (open access)

[Wings Across America pamphlet]

A pamphlet from Wings Across America discussing its mission and the history of the WASP.
Date: 2000~/2009~
Creator: Wings Across America
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Veterans Day Celebration Program] (open access)

[Veterans Day Celebration Program]

Program for a Veterans Day celebration held at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in honor of the Texas WASP. It includes: information on the Public Law 111-40, which awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to the WASP; an agenda of the day's events; the names and photographs of the Texas WASP recognized at the event; the text of Public Law 111-40; information and illustrations of the various uniforms worn by the WASP; and a list of the event's supporters.
Date: 2009-11~
Creator: Texas Air Force Association
System: The Portal to Texas History
W.A.S.P., WWII, Reunion (open access)

W.A.S.P., WWII, Reunion

Program for a WASP reunion in Charleston, South Carolina. Included within is a proclamation from Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. designating August 22nd as WASP Day, letters, historical information for South Carolina, reunion itineraries, and other information about WASP and aircraft.
Date: 1988
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Pamphlet: W.A.S.P., WWII, Reunion, Charleston S.C.1988] (open access)

[Pamphlet: W.A.S.P., WWII, Reunion, Charleston S.C.1988]

A schedule of events pamphlet for the 1988 Women Airforce Service Pilots reunion in Charleston, South Carolina. The schedule includes historic information on the city, welcoming letters from the mayor and the governor, and a schedule for meetings, activities, and meals.
Date: 1988
Creator: Women Airforce Service Pilots (U.S.)
System: The Portal to Texas History
Command Study 8, Chapter 2. Diplomacy and War (open access)

Command Study 8, Chapter 2. Diplomacy and War

This booklet is the second chapter of a training course developed for Air Force Reserve personnel about international relations. This chapter discusses "the rise of modern diplomacy as a tool of international relations" as well as "some of the causes of war" (p. 1). It includes background information, analysis, review questions, and a list of suggested readings for further study.
Date: September 1962
Creator: Air University (U.S.)
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Program: WASP 60th Anniversary Reunion] (open access)

[Program: WASP 60th Anniversary Reunion]

Program for the Women Airforce Service Pilots 60th Anniversary celebration that includes a memorial tribute to Director Jackie Cochran. The pamphlet also lists pilot and NASA engineer, Marta Bohn-Meyer, as a guest speaker.
Date: 2002
Creator: Women Airforce Service Pilot (U.S.)
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Pamphlet: The Woman's Collection] (open access)

[Pamphlet: The Woman's Collection]

Pamphlet from Texas Women's University advertising their Woman's Collection and describing Women Airforce Service Pilots history and the story of their militarization.
Date: unknown
Creator: Texas Woman's University. Libraries.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Women Airforce Service Pilots, WWII: 2000 Reunion Schedule of Events (open access)

Women Airforce Service Pilots, WWII: 2000 Reunion Schedule of Events

Pamphlett with a blue diamond wings logo that contains a schedule of events for the Women Airforce Service Pilots 2000 Reunion. Included is a map of the Texas Woman's University campus, the reunion location.
Date: 2000
Creator: Texas Woman's University.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[The Greatest Generations Foundation Booklet] (open access)

[The Greatest Generations Foundation Booklet]

Booklet from The Greatest Generations Foundation. The cover has an image of the words "Never Forget" written on concrete. The bottom margin has a watermark of a sepia American flag, beneath the name of the foundation. The bottom left corner has a logo of a soldier standing at a cross with a dove above it. Inside of the booklet are featured photos of veterans and locations with information on the foundation. The back cover has the quote "'Our stories will be told, but we'd like to tell them while we're still living.' -- Jim Blane, WWII Veteran," as well as contact info for donations and the slogan "Remember those who served."
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
Current Study 9, Chapter 2. Air University (open access)

Current Study 9, Chapter 2. Air University

This booklet is the second chapter of a training course developed for Air Reserve personnel about commands within the United States Air Force. This chapter discusses the "nature of the Air University, its mission, historical background, educational philosophy, organization and functions, and [shows] how it fits into the general pattern of Air Force organization." It includes background information, analysis, review questions, and a list of readings for further study.
Date: December 1962
Creator: Air University (U.S.)
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Museum Pamphlet and Letter From Isabel Van Lom, May 31, 1988] (open access)

[Museum Pamphlet and Letter From Isabel Van Lom, May 31, 1988]

Letter from Isabel Madison Van Lom to her fellow WASP discussing the opening of The National Womens Military Museum and Research Center. The letter is written on a letter head from the museum that feature three women in uniform printed in the top left, and it includes a museum pamphlet discussing the new institute's features.
Date: May 31, 1988
Creator: Van Lom, Isabel Madison
System: The Portal to Texas History
One More Sentimental Journey, W.A.S.P. Conference (open access)

One More Sentimental Journey, W.A.S.P. Conference

Program entitled "One More Sentimental Journey" for a W.A.S.P. Conference in Washington D.C. A signed letter from President Bill Clinton is included, along with letters, biographical information, photos, and captions from and/or of WASP. Also included are conference itineraries, photo collages, and historical info.
Date: 1994
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
Women Airforce Service Pilots WWII, National Conference (open access)

Women Airforce Service Pilots WWII, National Conference

Program from the national conference of Women Airforce Service Pilots in Anaheim, California. The pamphlet contains letters, biographies, conference staff information, itineraries, artwork, photographs, and sponsor ads.
Date: 1996
Creator: Women Airforce Service Pilots (U.S.)
System: The Portal to Texas History
Official Texas Historical Markers Guidelines and Application Form (open access)

Official Texas Historical Markers Guidelines and Application Form

Pamphlet book printed by the Texas Historical Commission that offers guidance on how to apply for and obtain a Texas Historic Marker.
Date: 1992
Creator: Texas Historical Commission
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Program: The Spirit of Flight, National Aviation Hall of Fame Enshrinement] (open access)

[Program: The Spirit of Flight, National Aviation Hall of Fame Enshrinement]

Program for the 1996 enshrinement ceremonies at the National Aviation Hall of Fame, featuring lists of inductee candidates and the official inductees for that year. The Women Airforce Service Pilots of WWII are listed in the program as the recipient of the Milton Caniff Spirit of Flight award.
Date: July 1996
Creator: National Aviation Hall of Fame
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Women Airforce Service Pilots WWII (open access)

The Women Airforce Service Pilots WWII

Booklet by Kate Landdeck describing the history of the Women Airforce Service Pilots, including their fight for militarization, disbandment, and eventual recognition.
Date: 2001
Creator: Landdeck, Kate
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Women Airforce Service Pilots WWII (open access)

The Women Airforce Service Pilots WWII

Pamphlet about the inception, history, and legacy of the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II.
Date: 2001
Creator: Landdeck, Kate
System: The Portal to Texas History
WASP Timeline (open access)

WASP Timeline

A timeline of major event involving the creation and existence of the Women Air force Service Pilots organization, printed from www.wasp-wwii.org.
Date: October 3, 2000
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Pamphlet: The Return of the WASP] (open access)

[Pamphlet: The Return of the WASP]

Program for the 1986 reunion of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) in Sweetwater, Texas. It includes a color illustration of the organization's mascot on the cover, letters from the governor of Texas and mayor of Sweetwater, a biography of Leni Leoti "Dede" Clark Deaton, photographs, a list of the organization's board of directors, a schedule of events, and a roster for the reunion's planning committee.
Date: 1986
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Return of the WASP, 1986 Annual Reunion (open access)

The Return of the WASP, 1986 Annual Reunion

Program for the WASP reunion of 1986 at Avenger Field. The front cover has a Fifinella logo. Inside are signed letters from Governor Mark White and Mayor Rick Rhodes, a biography of 'Dedie' Deaton, historical photos of WASP with captions, Board of Directors information, itineraries for the reunion, reunion planning committee information, and sponsors.
Date: 1986
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
Command Study 16, Chapter 4. Other Defense Management Agencies (open access)

Command Study 16, Chapter 4. Other Defense Management Agencies

This booklet is the fourth chapter of a training course developed for Air Reserve personnel about the Department of Defense. This chapter discusses the mission, structure, and operations of the Defense Atomic Support Agency, the Defense Intelligence Agency, and the Defense Contract Audit Agency. It includes background information, analysis, review questions, and a list of readings for further study.
Date: September 1966
Creator: Air University (U.S.)
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Return of the WASP: 1986 Annual Reunion (open access)

The Return of the WASP: 1986 Annual Reunion

Booklet for the 1986 WASP reunion, featuring the correspondence of the recently-deceased Leni Leoti Clark Deaton ("Dedie"), historic photos, the reunion's program/schedule, a letter from Governor Mark White and the City of Sweetwater, and some advertising.
Date: 1986-09-25~
Creator: Women Airforce Service Pilots (U.S.)
System: The Portal to Texas History