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[12th Armored Division Patch]
Photograph of the 12th Armored Division patch engraved on the side of the Armored Forces Monument. The 13th Armored Division patch is also visible to the right, and text is engraved on the top of the monument.
Date:
November 11, 1991
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Aircraft Delivery Memorandum]
Orders for WASP Gayle D. Ewing to ferry an aircraft from Grand Prairie, Texas to Newark, New Jersey with specifications on the plane model, flight order, and instructions upon arrival at her destination. The order is signed by Captain Joe K. Bailey and Ben Handler for Captain William S. Kirkpatrick.
Date:
September 11, 1944
Creator:
555th Army Air Forces Base Unit - 5th Ferrying Group
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Aircraft hardware and materials.
Describes the types of "materials and hardware used in aircraft construction and repair."
Date:
June 11, 1942
Creator:
United States. War Department.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Airship aerodynamics.
"This manual is designed as a text for the instruction of airship student pilots .... to give the knowledge of aerodynamics essential to the operation of [lighter than air aircraft]."(Page 2.)
Date:
February 11, 1941
Creator:
United States. War Department.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library
The Avenger, Volume 1, Issue 1, May 11, 1943
Copy of the first issue of The Avenger, the newspaper made for WASP in Avenger field. Articles about Jacqueline Cochran, a letter from a German spy to the Gestapo, Avenger Field, and more are included.
Date:
May 11, 1943
Creator:
Bowles, Mary A.
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Avenger, Volume 1, Number 1, May 11, 1943
First issue of The Avenger, a newsletter by the WASPs at Avenger Field featuring news, cartoons, essays, and photos.
Date:
May 11, 1943
Creator:
Women Airforce Service Pilots (U.S.)
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Aviation Cadet Club Membership Card]
Membership card to the Aviation Cadet Club belonging to Frank W. Gardner. The front of the card says: "Aviation Cadet Club Official Membership Card. This is to certify that the bearer F. W. Gardner is a member in good standing of the Aviation Cadet Club and is entitled to all privileges and benefits as such. Youngblood Hotel, Enid, Oklahoma. Club Phone ---, Date 7-11-42." The back of the cards reads: "I agree to fulfill my obligations to the Aviation Cadet Club and to abide by its rules and regulations. Unless revoked for any reason, this card entitles the bearer, as an aviation cadet, to membership in the Aviation Cadet Club for a period of one year from date of issue."
Date:
July 11, 1942
Creator:
Aviation Cadet Club
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Charlyne Creger Aeronautics Exam Result]
Results for Charlyne Creger's Fundamentals of Instructing Exam.
Date:
September 11, 1946
Creator:
United States. Civil Aeronautics Administration.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Charlyne Creger Aeronautics Exam Result #2]
Results for Charlyne Creger's Ground Instructor navigation examination.
Date:
September 11, 1946
Creator:
United States. Civil Aeronautics Administration.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Cleveland (U-8) Sectional Aeronautical Chart
Aeronautical map of Cleveland, Ohio and its surrounding region, showing cities, topographical features, radio frequency ranges and various aeronautical symbols for flight training and navigation. Scale 1:500,000.
Date:
November 11, 1943
Creator:
U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey
Object Type:
Map
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: American Red Cross Receives Letters From Overseas Workers]
Newspaper clipping of the article, "American Red Cross Receives Letters from Overseas Workers," and three photos of Cornelia Yerkes, Hope Mills-Price, and Florence Goldrick. The article briefly profiles each pictured woman and provides information on how to work with the Red Cross.
Date:
July 11, 1945
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Female Aviators provided crucial service during World War II]
Newspaper clipping of part of an article about Millie Dalrymple, a former WASP member, and her personal history, especially as part of the WASP. A gardening section begins on the other side of the clipping, including advertisements for gardening supplies.
Date:
January 11, 2003
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Generals Visit Avenger]
Newspaper clipping explaining the significant the role Jacqueline Cochran played in forming the Women Airforce Service Pilots organization. The clipping also shares a brief history of Avenger Field and includes a report from a German spy to the Gestapo.
Date:
May 11, 1943
Creator:
Bowles, Mary A. & Hart, Mary
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Generals Visit Avenger]
Copy of the first issue of The Avenger, the newspaper made for WASP in Avenger field. Articles about Jacqueline Cochran, a letter from a German spy to the Gestapo, Avenger Field, and more are included.
Date:
May 11, 1943
Creator:
Bowles, Mary A.
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Golf Tournaments]
Photocopy of newspaper clippings describing the activities Mary Ruth Rance as a member of the Fellow Chunkers, young women's golf organization.
Date:
August 11, 1934
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Pilot speaks out on harassment]
Newspaper clipping of an article about Desert Storm pilot Lt. Col. Kelly S. Hamilton speaking out about the sexual harassment and sexism she experienced in the Air Force. The article includes a photograph of Hamilton speaking with WASP Betty W. Shipley at a conference. On the back of the clipping are obituaries and classified listings.
Date:
September 11, 1992
Creator:
Pisano, Marina
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Woman soared as WWII flier]
Newspaper clipping of an article about Elizabeth "Kit" MacKethan Magid, a WASP , and her experiences serving in WWII. On the back of the clipping, there is a listing for a Health Fair at different colleges and public schools.
Date:
April 11, 2004
Creator:
Martin, Claire
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Women pilots received training for secret operation in WWII]
Newspaper clipping of an article about WASP and their experiences serving in WWII. The article includes a photograph of WASP wearing jumpsuits and walking away from a plane. There are illustrated advertisements for jackets on the back of the clipping.
Date:
November 11, 1991
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: WWII's female pilots get the Congressional Gold Medal]
Newspaper clipping of an article aboutWASP members receiving the Congressional Gold Medal for their service in WWII. The article is accompanied by a list of all the honorees, and includes color photographs of the ceremony and the honorees. There are obituaries on the back of the clipping.
Date:
March 11, 2010
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Close-Up of Monument]
Photograph of a close-up of the Armored Forces Monument. There is a picture of men standing beside and on tanks, and one man on horseback. The words "Forging the Thunderbolt" are inscribed in the top right corner. The text at the bottom of the monument reads: "'A balanced team of combat arms and services of equal importance and equal prestige.' Maj. Gen. Adna R. Chaffee Father of the American Armored Forces".
Date:
November 11, 1991
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Consolidated Eagle, Volume 1, Number 1, Thursday, February 11, 1943
Weekly newsletter published for employees of the Consolidated Aircraft Corporation Fort Worth Division containing work-related information, updates about employees, and other news.
Date:
February 11, 1943
Creator:
Consolidated Aircraft (Firm)
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Declassified reports show Holocaust began in 1941 on Soviet soil
Newspaper article from The Houston Chronicle, discussing new evidence uncovered about the beginning of the Holocaust in 1941.
Date:
November 11, 1996
Creator:
Dobbs, Michael
Object Type:
Article
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Elton Samuels with 12th Division Flag]
Photograph of Elton Samuels holding out a 12th Armored Division flag at a dedication ceremony. Three other division flags are placed in the ground behind blue velvet chairs with programs set on them. Trees are visible in the background.
Date:
November 11, 1991
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Engraved Map of the European Theatre]
Photograph of a map of the European theater engraved on the Armored Forces Monument in Abilene, Texas.
Date:
November 11, 1991
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History