James M. Johnson papers, 1905-1953 1905-1915.

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James M. Johnson papers, 1905-1953 1905-1915.

The James M. Johnson papers, 1905-1953, document the career of James Johnson (Jimmy Johnson) and his colleagues in early flight and aviation training. Most of the collection is made up of photographs. There are also newspaper clippings and three pilot's log books. The photographs show Johnson individually, Johnson standing with colleagues, Johnson in or near airplanes, and airplanes individually. Many of the photographs were taken at McCook Field in Dayton, Ohio.

1.00 cubic feet (1 mss. box, 1 medium flat box)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7663212

Purdue University Library

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