Growing up in Puyallup, WA, W. Philip Westbo (1922-1958) was fascinated with airplanes and machinery. This interest prompted Phil to withdraw from the University of Puget Sound after three years of studies, to find adventure and employment in the skies. Earning his pilot's license on June 1, 1941 Phil went to work for the Washington Aircraft … Continue reading The Air Transport Command in WWII
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Photo of the Week – James Doran and Friend, Camp Gordon, Georgia, 1942
This photograph of James F. Doran shows him with his cap tilted back, and his buddy on the right. It was taken at Camp Gordon, Augusta, Georgia on February 28, 1942. James was 22 years old in this picture - a city boy from Harrison, NJ. What a great smile he had for the camera! … Continue reading Photo of the Week – James Doran and Friend, Camp Gordon, Georgia, 1942
Photo of the Week – Researching the CCC Camp Record of John J. Doran
This photograph of John J. Doran (1923-1944) was most likely taken in Montana while he served with the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression. It's a very unusual picture, because it seems to be two separate photos that were developed as one. On the left side, Johnny is shown sitting in the middle with two … Continue reading Photo of the Week – Researching the CCC Camp Record of John J. Doran
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