William T. Clements Papers, 1917-1918

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William T. Clements Papers, 1917-1918

1917-1918

Papers (1917-1918) of Lt. William T. Clements documenting his experience with the 17th U.S. Aero Squadron, American Expeditionary Forces, during training in the U.S. and England, and service in France during World War I. Included are a diary, a letter, and microfilm copy of his World War I photograph album.

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Clements enlisted in the United States Air Service at Essington, Pa., in 1917 and shortly thereafter was assigned to Ohio State University for preliminary flight training. Upon completion of this training, Clements proceeded to New York for further training before going overseas. Upon arrival in England, Clements learned to fly several types of aircraft, received his commission, and during 1918 saw combat action as a fighter pilot on the Western Front. From the description of William...

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