Memoirs, ca. 2000.

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Memoirs, ca. 2000.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/53111171

Contains a short memoir detailing Hess's military experiences. Discusses his induction, decision to enlist in the Air Corps, and his participation in the first crew to train with the new B-29 Superfortress Bomber. Describes his duties while stationed on the Mariannas Islands, and a crash landing on Iwo Jima in his B-29 that nearly killed the entire crew. Also mentions his involvement with the LDS Church while training in Denver, CO, and his correspondence with Harold B. Lee. Contains a chart of the 39th Bomb Squadron's operational history.

1 folder (4 p.)

Harold B. Lee Library

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Saints at War.

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Hess, Donald C.

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Hess served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II from 1942-1945. He was assigned to the 39th Bomber Squadron. From the description of Memoirs, ca. 2000. (Brigham Young University). WorldCat record id: 53111171 ...

Lee, Harold B., 1899-1973

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Lee served as member of Council of the Twelve Apostles, 1941-1972, and as president of Council of the Twelve and first counselor in the First Presidency, 1970-1972. From the guide to the CR 598 1 Harold B. Lee Brigham Young University files 1951-1972 (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Church History Library) Lee served as member of the Council of the Twelve Apostles, 1941-1970, First Counselor in First Presidency, 1970-1972, and President of the Church, 1972-1973....