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Joel Punches B-17 Flight Log Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SDASM-SC-30004

Scope and Contents

One PDF copy of his logbook.

Dates

  • 1939 - 1945

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open to researchers by appointment.

Conditions Governing Use

Some copyright may be reserved. Consult with the library director for more information.

Biographical / Historical

Joel Punches served in the 8th Air Force during World War Two. He was the navigator on a B-17 which flew in several missions during World War Two. He eventually was shot down, and spent several months in Europe evading the Germans until he was rescued by allied forces.

Extent

0.05 Cubic Feet (One DVD, also on the photo server under "Digital Only Collection")

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Log book kept by Joel Punches for his B-17F missions in World War Two.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The materials in this Collection were donated to the San Diego Air and Space Museum.

Related Materials

Log Book Collection.

Title
The Descriptive Finding Guide for the Joel Punches B-17 Digital Logbook Collection.
Author
Alan Renga
Date
1/19/2015
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
Undetermined
Script of description
Code for undetermined script

Repository Details

Part of the San Diego Air and Space Museum Library and Archives Repository

Contact:
2001 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park
San Diego 92101 USA US
(619) 234-8291
(619) 233-4525 (Fax)