Childs, Nena V.
Biographical/Historical note
The Chico Army Air Field or Chico Army Flying School was located 5 miles north of Chico, Butte County, California during World War II. The base opened April 14, 1942 and closed December 31, 1945. Over 5,000 cadets and officers were instructed in basic and advance flight training. The city of Chico took over the property at its close.
From the guide to the Chico Army Air Field Collection, 1942-1945, 1973, (California State University, Chico, Special Collections, Meriam Library)
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| creatorOf | Chico Army Air Field Collection, 1942-1945, 1973 | California State University, Chico, Special Collections, Meriam Library |
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| associatedWith | Army Air Forces Basic Flying School. | corporateBody |
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| Chico Army Air Field (Chico, Calif.) |
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