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Oral History Interview with Richard Hall, February 10, 2016 transcript

Oral History Interview with Richard Hall, February 10, 2016

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Richard Hall. Hall joined the Navy in June, 1943, having passed tests to be eligible for the V-12 program. Once in, he elected to try for flight training and passed those tests. He began flight training in January, 1944, earning his commission and wings in April, 1946. He discusses aspects of his flight training, including qualifying for carriers. One of his first assignments was ferrying aircraft from various places to Norfolk where they were overhauled. He went on a cruise aboard the USS Leyte (CV-32) where he made a dead-stick carrier landing one day. When the Korean War started, he was assigned to VA-155 and went to Korea in early 1953. Hall shares several anecdotes from his military career before he retired in 1963.
Date: February 10, 2016
Creator: Hall, Richard
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Oral History Interview with Felix Burrus, April 10, 2016 transcript

Oral History Interview with Felix Burrus, April 10, 2016

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Felix Burrus. Burrus joined the Army Air Forces in August of 1944. He completed Airplane Mechanics School, and served as a B-29 mechanic with the 5th Bomb Group, 313th Bomb Wing. In early 1945, Burrus was assigned to Clark Field in the Philippines, where he worked through the end of the war. He received his discharge in November of 1946.
Date: April 10, 2016
Creator: Burrus, Felix
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Oral History Interview with Huie Lamb, January 10, 2016 transcript

Oral History Interview with Huie Lamb, January 10, 2016

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Huie H. Lamb, Jr. Lamb joined the Army Air Forces in February of 1943. He graduated from flight school in February of 1944, and served as a pilot with the 82nd Fighter Squadron, 78th Fighter Group, 8th Air Force. He was deployed to England. On his first mission he flew his P-51, nicknamed Etta Jeanne, and had mechanical problems causing him to ditch the plane in the North Sea. He was picked up by Air Sea Rescue from Martlesham Heath. Between a P-47 and his second P-51, Etta Jeanne II, he flew 61 combat missions over Europe, shooting down German aircraft. Lamb continued his service after the war ended, retiring in 1972.
Date: January 10, 2016
Creator: Lamb, Huie
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Three Men at Meeting]

Photograph of three Arlington Chapter members at a TXSSAR meeting. Two of the men hold certificates while Chapter President, John Anderson, stands between them. In the background, flags and hanging photographs can be seen.
Date: December 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[John Anderson and Sons]

Photograph of Arlington Chapter President, John Anderson Jr., with his sons at a TXSSAR meeting. Two of the men hold certificates. Steve Anderson holds a small child.
Date: December 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Men Standing at Ceremony]

Photograph of unknown men standing at a TXSSAR-sponsored awards ceremony for JROTC. All of the men are wearing suits and are standing at attention. In the background, several JROTC members are visible.
Date: May 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Jorrey with Anderson Family]

Photograph of Kevin Jorrey with the Anderson family at a TXSSAR meeting. Two certificates are held by John Anderson's sons. In the background, three flags and several framed photos are visible.
Date: December 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[JROTC Ceremony Attendees]

Photograph of unknown audience members at a TXSSAR-sponsored awards ceremony for JROTC. A table labeled "Lake Ridge High School" bears various awards and certificates in the foreground.
Date: May 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Two Men in Front of Projector]

Photograph of two men at a TXSSAR meeting. One of the men wears a historic costume and carries a certificate. In the background, a partially visible projection is seen.
Date: September 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Three Men Taking Oath]

Photograph of Arlington Chapter members saying an oath at a TXSSAR meeting. Two of the men hold certificates while the third reads off of a sheet of paper. In the background, several flags and a pair of glass doors are visible.
Date: September 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[John Anderson and Bill Watts]

Photograph of Arlington Chapter President, John Anderson, with Bill Watts at a TXSSAR meeting. Watts is dressed in historic costume and holds a certificate of appreciation. In the background, the TXSSAR seal and several hanging photos can be seen.
Date: September 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Anderson Family]

Photograph of the Anderson family at a TXSSAR meeting. Steve and John Anderson III hold certificates. In the background, three flags and several framed photos are visible.
Date: December 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Radcliff and Anderson]

Photograph of Michael Radcliff and John Anderson at a TXSSAR meeting. Three flags and a framed photo are partially visible in the background.
Date: December 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Anderson and Faletti with Awards]

Photograph of John Anderson and Gary Faletti at a TXSSAR meeting. Mr. Faletti carries a certificate and a medal. In the background, a flag and several photographs are partially visible.
Date: December 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Men Conversing at Meeting]

Photograph of Arlington Chapter members at a TXSSAR meeting. Several men are having conversations with each other. On the table, food and meeting materials are visible.
Date: December 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[TXSSAR Members with Flags]

Photograph of Arlington Chapter members at a TXSSAR meeting. Three men stand near American, Texas, and TXSSAR flags. One man is dressed in historic uniform and carries a musket. A blank projector screen can be seen in the background.
Date: September 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Friels with JROTC Members]

Photograph of David Friels with unknown cadets at a TXSSAR-sponsored awards ceremony for JROTC. Awards and trophies can be seen on a table in the left side of the photo.
Date: May 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Man in Revolutionary Costume]

Photograph of an unknown man at a TXSSAR meeting. The man is dressed in a historic uniform and carries a musket. In the background a blank projector screen and the TXSSAR seal are visible.
Date: September 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Covington and Radcliff at Meeting]

Photograph of Michael Radcliff speaking at a TXSSAR meeting. Mr. Radcliff wears a jacket decorated with pins and medals. In the background, William Covington is seen sitting and watching.
Date: December 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

Woman and Child at TXSSAR Meeting]

Photograph of several individuals at a TXSSAR meeting. A woman in a red sweater talks to a young child on her lap. Around her other meeting attendees can be seen sitting at tables.
Date: December 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Men Receiving Pins]

Photograph of two men receiving pins from fellow Arlington Chapter members at a TXSSAR meeting. In the background, the TXSSAR flag and a set of glass doors can be seen.
Date: September 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Man Speaking at Meeting]

Photograph of an unknown man reading from a paper at a TXSSAR meeting. The man is wearing a historic costume. In the background, the TXSSAR seal is visible.
Date: September 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Friels Giving Award to Cadet]

Photograph of David Friels handing a certificate to an unknown cadet at a TXSSAR-sponsored awards ceremony for JROTC. Audience members can be seen clapping in the background. In the left side of the photo, a table bearing trophies and awards can be seen.
Date: May 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Man Receiving Certificate]

Photograph of John Anderson giving a certificate to an unknown man at a TXSSAR meeting. The unknown man wears a historic costume and stands in front of a projection. Several flags and a mirror can be seen in the background.
Date: September 10, 2016
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library