Records of U.S. Air Force Commands, Activities, and Organizations. 1900 - 2003. Moving Images Relating to Military Aviation Activities. 1947 - 1984. KING OF THAILAND VISITS COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO, 9-12 JULY 1960
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