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Letter
from Gerald Thomas to his parents dated November 23, 1942. Thomas is
waiting to hear what his orders will be. In a postscript on the back
side of the letter he writes, "P.S. I haven't flown any for about 5
days and already I miss the roar of airplane motors. Flying sure
gets in a persons blood."
Click on the image of the letter for a larger version and a typed transcript.
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Thomas's diary from 1943-1944 while aboard the U.S.S. Ranger and part of Torpedo Squadron Four. Thomas kept note of any action that happened during the day, the weather conditions, and how people spent their spare time. For a larger image of the diary and a typed transcription, please click on the image of the diary. |
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Letter
from the Secretary of the Navy to Gerald Thomas presenting him with the
Distinguished Flying Cross. Thomas received the citation for his
service as a pilot in Torpedo Squadron Four during operations against
Japanese forces in the Philippine Islands on November 13, 1944.
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Dive bombers aboard the U.S.S. Essesx were replaced by two Marie fighter squadrons (VMF-124 and VMF-213) due to heavy losses. Thomas collected the signatures of the Marines who served on board the Essex. |
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