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to Cordelia Williams

Postcard from Eugene Williams to Cordelia Williams saying he has not heard from her in a while. He says he stopped over in Rome while flying from Tripoli, Tunisia to Neubiberg, Germany. He says to say hello to everyone back home. The front of the...

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to Mom and Gerry

Letter from Eugene Williams to his mother, Cordelia and sister, Geraldine. The top of the letter in pencil says "that was ok about the minature license plates take the money from this months returns." He says that he got their letters and talks about...

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[Eugene W. Williams' Death Certificate]

Document from the United States Armed Forces certifying that Eugene W. Williams died serving his country on September 14, 1949. It says "this certificate is awarded as a testimonial of Honest and Faithful Service." It is signed by the secretary of...

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Commonwealth of Virginia, state board of education

Certificate from the State Board of Education and Health certifying that Eugene Williams "attained the five point standard" in physical education from Lucy Addision High School. It is signed by the division superintendent, state superintendent of...

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Dear Mrs. Williams

A condolence letter to Cordelia Williams from Major Chester L. Van Etten of the United States Air Force, regarding the death of Eugene Williams.

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Dear Mrs. Williams

A condolence letter to Cordelia Williams from Winfred L. Kingen, Chapain of the United States Air Force, regarding the death of Eugene Williams. Written at Langley Air Force Base.

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Dear Mrs. Williams

A condolence letter to Cordelia Williams from John S. Chennault, Colonel of the United States Air Force, regarding the death of Eugene Williams.

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[Eugene Williams' eulogy]

Eugene Williams' eulogy. It is followed by a copy of "To Our Fallen Flyers" by J. Farley Ragland.

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Army of the United States Certificate

Eugene Williams' instrument pilot certificate, expiring on 21 May 1950. It is signed by Major E.C. Gleed and 1st Lieutenant H.H. Brown.

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Loew's & U.A. Ohio Theatre Pass

A signed pass for one person to Loew's & U.A. Ohio Theatre in Columbus, Ohio. On the back, Eugene has written, "I got this pass for flying a low altitude air demonstration over Columbus, Ohio when the picture 'Fighter Squadron' was showing at this...

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The Air Force Clock

A cheat sheet for understanding the Air Force clock. On the front are A.M. times, along with a brief description: "say time as 0700 ZERO SEVEN HUNDRED or 1000 TEN HUNDRED. No dots are used." On the back are the P.M. times and similar instructions.

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Physical Record Card

Eugene Williams' physical record card with four physicals at Tuskegee noted. In the remarks section, there are two Philadelphia addresses listed.

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Dear Mom + G

A postcard sent to Cordelia and "G," [most likely Geradine Williams] from Eugene Williams, stationed at Keesler Field in Mississippi. He says that nothing much is going on and asks about home. The front side is artwork "Night Bombers" by Sgt. Kenneth...

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To Our Fallen Flyers

A copy of the poem "To Our Fallen Flyers" by J. Farley Ragland.

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AAF Officers' Qualification Record

Eugene Williams' qualification record. It lists all basic information about him and his training in the Air Force. It includes his posts and descriptions of duties, as well as hobbies, sports, and awards. It is signed by Assistant Adjutant Captain...

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[R.O.T.C. Appointment Certificate]

Eugene Williams' certificate of appointment to Cadet Second Lieutenant in the R.O.T.C. Battalion at Hampton Institute.

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Officer Sees Brother Get Wings

A newspaper clipping with a picture of James T. Williams, Geraldine Williams, Eugene W. Williams, and Cordelia Williams. The caption is about Eugene Williams recieving his wings and commission from the Tuskegee Army Air Field.

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332nd Fighter Pilots in Exposition at Idlewild Airport

The first page of the clipping is a photograph of pilots of the 332nd Fighter Wing standing in front of a plane. The photo includes 1st Lt Weldon K. Graves, Maj. William A. Campbell, 1st Lt. Eugene Williams, Sgt. Calvin C. Hobbs, with Lt. Spann...

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Lieutenant Killed in Plane Crash

Article about the death of Roanoke resident Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash in Germany while serving in the Air Force, having recently been transferred to an integrated division. Details where and when Eugene Williams served in the Air Force and...

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Roanoke Pilot Struck Steeple in Fatal Crash

Article about the death of Eugene Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Germany.

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Plane Accident in Europe Kills Roanoke Pilot

Article about the death of First Lt. Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Germany. Notes that he trained at the Tuskegee "Air Base" and Lockburn Air Base. Mentions that his brother "Leroy" Williams was also killed...

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Plane Accident in Europe Kills Roanoke Pilot

Article about the death of First Lt. Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Germany. Notes that he trained at the Tuskegee "Air Base" and Lockburn Air Base. Mentions that his brother "Leroy" Williams was also killed...

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Roanoker Killed When Army Plane Strikes Steeple

Article about the death of First Lt. Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Gibelsadt, Germany with the 86th Fighter Group. Mentions that his brother "Leroy" Williams was also killed while serving in the Air Force in...

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A/C Eugene W Williams

A telegram sent from "Abercrombie an Itchco." to Eugene Williams in Tuskegee, Alabama, concerning an order of caps.

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to Mrs Cordelia Williams

A condolence telegram to Cordelia Williams from the Y.W.C.A. members after the death of Eugene Williams.

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to Mrs Cordelia Williams

A condolence telegram to Cordelia Williams from A.L. James after the death of Eugene Williams.

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to Mrs Cordelia Williams

A condolence telegram to Cordelia Williams from Captain and Mrs. Theodore A. Wilson after the death of Eugene Williams.

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[Eugene Williams]

A photograph of Eugene Williams in his Air Force uniform, looking off to the side.

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[Military planes on a tarmac]

A photograph of six military airplanes on a tarmac in the middle of a flat field.

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[Eugene Williams and other pilots]

A photograph of five Air Force pilots. To the far left is Eugene Williams, the only one not looking at the camera. He and three of the other pilots wear leather jackets and military hats. One man wears sunglasses and a light-colored trench coat, and...

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[Eugene Williams and other soldiers]

A photograph of Eugene Williams and five other military personnel. Two in the front sit while the other four stand behind them. They are all wearing military caps and uniforms.

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[Unidentified soldier]

A scallop-edged portrait of an unidentified soldier who, most likely, was in Eugene Williams' unit.

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[Unidentified soldier]

A scallop-edged portrait of an unidentified soldier who, most likely, was in Eugene Williams' unit.

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[Unidentified soldier]

A photograph of an unidentified soldier standing on a path in front of a tree. He was most likely in Eugene Williams' unit. In the lower right corner, someone has written, "Love you. Piggy".

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[Unidentified soldier]

A scallop-edged portrait of an unidentified soldier who was most likely in Eugene Williams' unit.

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[Unidentified soldier]

A scallop-edged portrait of an unidentified soldier who was most likely in Eugene Williams' unit.

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[Unidentified soldier]

A portrait of an unidentified soldier who was most likely in Eugene Williams' unit.

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[Unidentified soldier]

A photograph of an unidentified soldier standing on a path. He was most likely in Eugene Williams' unit. Someone has written "15" in pencil on the back.

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[Eugene Williams]

A portrait of Eugene Williams in his Air Force uniform. It has a patterned edge. It has been printed on postcard paper, but there is nothing written on it.

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The Skegean

A handbook created by the students of the Tuskegee Institute intended to be a guide to life at Tusekegee during the academic year 1940-1941. The book contains the Student Council Constitution, descriptions of social organizations and officers for the...

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[Fabric piece]

Piece of fabric adhered to another piece of vinyl material. The fabric is red and fraying on the sides. The adhesive tape is black and the vinyl material is blue. It is ripped in a vague L-shape.

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The Northeast Nursery School Present The Norfolk and Western Male Chorus

Program for a choral concert of The Norfolk and Western Male Chorus held at the First Baptist Church in Roanoke, Virginia. James T. Williams was the choral director, H. Hamilton Williams was the organist, and LeRoi S. Williams was Guest Soloist...

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War Department Messageform

Birthday message sent from James T. Williams Army Air Base Selfridge Field, Michigan to "Sis". Williams writes that there are no birthday cards so he sent the closest thing he could find. Most likely to his sister Geraldine Williams, whose birthday...

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to Williams family

Letter from James T. Williams to his family in which he describes a visit to the OCS board, a dental examination, and his recent promotion to sergeant. He also mentions that he found a nearby choir and may start conducting for them. Handwritten post...

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Morning Worship Service Section "F"--Gunter Field, Ala.

Program for Sunday Morning Service at Gunter Field, Alabama. "Lift Every Voice and Sing" performed by the Tuskegee Army Air Field Glee Club, directed by Lt. James Williams.

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Graduation Exercise 44-J

Program for the graduation held at the Tuskegee Army Air Field on November 20, 1944. Lists graduates on second page. Third page is schedule of events including performances by the TAAF Glee Club, directed by James Williams. The fourth page lists the...

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Graduation Exercise 44-J

Birth announcement for Karen Varnelle Williams, born July 9th, 1945 to Lt "Jimmy" Williams and "Gerry". Image of singing cartoon characters with the words "Yes Sir, That's My Baby" printed above. Near top right, circle gives information about birth...

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Hawks Cry

Vol IV, No. 12 issue of Hawks Cry, a student newspaper at the Tuskegee Army Air Field. Front page features an article about "Roger," a musical co-written by James T. Williams which, according to the article, stimulated the sale of half a million war...

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A&R Class 36 Presents Bloomer Girl

A program for the production of the musical comedy "Bloomer Girl" by "A&R Class 36," performed at "W + L Gym". "Lt. Williams" played the role of Alexander. First page contains the title and production logo. Third page is a title page and lists...

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[Clipping of James T. Williams]

A newspaper clipping with a picture of James T. Williams. It announces that he was commissioned a second lieutenant at Officer Candidate School at the San Antonio Aviation Center, and that he will be an air force administrative officer.

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