The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Voris C. Riley of Kingland, Texas. He discusses enlisting in the military while living in Abilene, Texas and getting sent to civil service for the Army before being offered to join the Navy. In the Navy he went through basic training in San Diego, California, then to St. Louis Electrical School and finally through firefighting training in Rhode Island. After he completed his training Mr. Riley was assigned to the U.S.S. Lake Champain, CB 39 and went on a shakedown cruise where 16 crewmen were lost for various reasons. In the Navy he was an electrician aboard the ship and dealt with setting up electricity onshore. He also dealt with Prisoners of War, being put in charge of a group of them to build a swimming pool. He was in New York City on temporary leave when the news of the wars end was released by President Truman. Mr. Voris also talks about serving in the Civilian Conservation Corps in New Mexico.

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Voris C. Riley of Kingland, Texas. He discusses enlisting in the military while living in Abilene, Texas and getting sent to civil service for the Army before being offered to join the Navy. In the Navy he went through basic training in San Diego, California, then to St. Louis Electrical School and finally through firefighting training in Rhode Island. After he completed his training Mr. Riley was assigned to the U.S.S. Lake Champain, CB 39 and went on a shakedown cruise where 16 crewmen were lost for various reasons. In the Navy he was an electrician aboard the ship and dealt with setting up electricity onshore. He also dealt with Prisoners of War, being put in charge of a group of them to build a swimming pool. He was in New York City on temporary leave when the news of the wars end was released by President Truman. Mr. Voris also talks about serving in the Civilian Conservation Corps in New Mexico.

Transcript of an oral interview with Dr. Adanto D'Amore. D'Amore describes his education briefly at Ohio State University where he graduated from medical school. Shortly thereafter, he joined the US Army Air Corps, where he examined candidates for jump school. He eventually was assigned as flight surgeon to the 19th Bomb Group and sent with them to Clark Field in the Philippines in October, 1941. After the Japanese invaded, D'Amore and elements of the 19th Bomb Group moved to Mindanao. After the surrender, D'Amore went with fellow prisoners of war to the Davao Internment Camp. Eventually, he was relocated to Cabanatuan where he spent 12 months before leaving aboard a hell ship for Omori Prison Camp in Japan. Upon being liberated after the war, D'Amore was sent to Okinawa, Manila and finally San Francisco. D'Amore also discusses the condition of the returning POWs.

Transcript of an oral interview with Dr. Adanto D'Amore. D'Amore describes his education briefly at Ohio State University where he graduated from medical school. Shortly thereafter, he joined the US Army Air Corps, where he examined candidates for jump school. He eventually was assigned as flight surgeon to the 19th Bomb Group and sent with them to Clark Field in the Philippines in October, 1941. After the Japanese invaded, D'Amore and elements of the 19th Bomb Group moved to Mindanao. After the surrender, D'Amore went with fellow prisoners of war to the Davao Internment Camp. Eventually, he was relocated to Cabanatuan where he spent 12 months before leaving aboard a hell ship for Omori Prison Camp in Japan. Upon being liberated after the war, D'Amore was sent to Okinawa, Manila and finally San Francisco. D'Amore also discusses the condition of the returning POWs.

Evening dress of black velvet and beads and blue silk. Black velvet bodice has wide neckline. Full length blue silk skirt flares from the waist; waistline has heavy black beads that extend 1" above the waist and 3" below. Waistline darts; Long sleeves. Center back invisible zipper; black lining on bodice; blue lining on skirt.

Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about the complications of weight loss surgeries.

"Goddess of Knowledge" Jacket of blue and black windowpane silk with appliqué bands of trim. Main back panel with multicolored landscape with stars and female figure in Egyptian-inspired costume, flora and fauna. Long sleeves; 3/4 length. Two large doupionni patch pockets. Center front opening with no closure. Lined in blue green iridescent fabric. Designer's label at exterior back neckline: "Amy Zerner"

"Mystery School" robe of patchwork black, white and gray silk with multiple trims and sequin appliqué on front. Full length. Main back panel collage appliqué in black and white printed and textured cottons includes a small tiger, leopard and large gray tabby cat.

"Sacred Space I" jacket of black denim with multiple bands of trim in jean jacket style. Main back panel appliqué collage of printed and woven cottons in a floral and fauna motif with red cardinal and a fairy. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Amy Zerner"

"Empowerment" Jacket of dyed blue, purple and gray silk with multiple bands of trim on front. Long sleeves with 3" cuffs; 3/4 length. Patch pockets of fabric and trim matching sleeve cuffs. Main back panel of collage of multi-printed cottons with female figure and crescent moon. Lined in blue and black houndstooth silk jacquard with abstract paisley accents. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Amy Zerner"

"Infinite Spirit" robe/dress of embroidered light green silk with light green sequins and beads on front. Main back panel with appliqué collage of flora and fauna motifs, including stag and winged female figure.

"Peacock Dream" jacket of dyed green denim with multiple bands of trim in jean jacket style. Main back panel collage appliqué of multicolored fabrics with two goddess figures and a blue peacock. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Amy Zerner"

Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about New York City's bid to host the summer Olympics. New York City Mayor, Michael Bloomberg, is shown at a press conference. The story aired at 6:00 A.M.

Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about New York City's bid to host the summer Olympics. The footage features part of a speech by Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and the filming of a commercial. The story aired at 5:00 A.M.

Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about New York City's bid to host the summer Olympics. Michael Bloomberg is seen giving a press conference, and the filming of a commercial is shown. The story aired at 6:00 A.M.

Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about a Sotheby's auction of Babe Ruth memorabilia, including the contract that sold Ruth to the Yankees. The footage features an interview with an unnamed man. The story aired at 6:00 A.M.

Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about the funeral of Luther Vandross at the Riverside Church in Harlem, New York. Patti LaBelle is shown singing.

Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about New York City's bid to host the summer Olympics. The footage shows plans for structures, as well as the filming of a commercial. The story aired at 5:00 A.M.

COBRA Program - Watervliet Arsenal, NY

Final Cobra Run - Navy Reserve Center Glen Falls, NY

Final Cobra Run - Naval Reserve Center Horsehead, NY

Final Cobra Run - 101 Niagara Falls ARS, NY. 15 cobra files regarding realigment of the Niagara Falls ARS, NY.

Final Cobra Run - Naval Reserve Center Watertown, NY

COBRA Program - Navy Reserve Centers - Glens Falls, NY