Henry Kent Memoir
This memoir (richly illustrated with copies of original photographs) documents Henry Kent's service as a pilot in North Africa and Italy during World War II. Kent discusses such subjects as the planes in use during World War II, the day-to-day operations of his unit, and the activities of his various friends while capturing the hardship, fear, and humor of the situation.
Researchers should note that most of the files on the CD are nearly inaccessible due to their format. As such, they have been printed to facilitate research. Unfortunately, the color present in the original photographs could not be reproduced.
Dates
- 1943-1945
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet
Abstract
This memoir (richly illustrated with copies of original photographs) documents Henry Kent's service as a pilot in North Africa and Italy during World War II. Kent discusses such subjects as the planes in use during World War II, the day-to-day operations of his unit, and the activities of his various friends while capturing the hardship, fear, and humor of the situation.
Biographical/Historical Note
Henry W. Kent was awarded the DFC for 46 missions flown over Africa and Italy during World War II. He later taught chemistry and physics at the university level.
Arrangement
This collection consists of two folders.
Acquisition Note
This collection was donated to the University of Tennessee Libraries, Knoxville, Special Collections on July 5, 2005.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository