Records of Naval Operating Forces. 1849 - 1997. Top Secret Dispatches

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Records of Naval Operating Forces. 1849 - 1997. Top Secret Dispatches

1936-1942

https://catalog.archives.gov/id/5957467

This series consists of personnel management files of officers attached to Commander Aircraft. The records primarily cover changes of duty, orders to active duty, examinations for promotion, applications for leave and related topics. Of note is a file for Admiral William F. "Bull" Halsey.

5 linear inches

eng, Latn

National Archives at Washington, D.C

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SNAC Resource ID: 6485496

National Archives at Washington, D.C

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