William R. Melton papers, 1927-2004. 1927-2004.

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William R. Melton papers, 1927-2004. 1927-2004.

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The William R. Melton Papers are part of the Western Region Tuskegee Airmen Archive and consist primarily of photographs, newspaper clippings, documents, lithographs, books, and correspondence. Most of these items are related to the military service of the Tuskegee Airmen, Melton's personal life, and the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. Additionally, there are some materials on World War II, aviation history, and African American history.The Western Region Tuskegee Airmen Archive consists of materials pertaining to those individuals who served at Tuskegee Army Air Field, and its predecessors, as well as materials on the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., a non-profit organization.

4 boxes, 1 map case drawer (4.5 linear ft.)

University of California, Riverside, UCR

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SNAC Resource ID: 6956686

University of California, Riverside, UCR

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