Reminiscences of Robert Francis McDermott : oral history, 1981.

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Reminiscences of Robert Francis McDermott : oral history, 1981.

Experiences as vice dean, later dean of faculty, United States Air Force Academy, 1954-68; with detailed discussions of his relations with the superintendents, commandants of cadets, and faculty serving at the Academy during this period.

Transcript: 191 leaves.Tape: 4 reels.

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