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Copy of a handwritten battle report by Joseph Kristufek dated August 31, 1943. The report discusses how Torpedo Squadron Five (VT-5) took part in bombing raids on the Marcus islands. The report also...
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Torpedo Squadron Five (VT-5) activity report for Joseph Kristufek. This activity report covers actions between August 31, 1943, and April 30, 1944. The report details the dates of action, the type of...
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Photograph of Marcus Island after an attack on August 31, 1943.
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The view of the starboard side of the USS Yorktown (CV-10) sitting offshore of Puget Sound Navy Yard.
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Photograph of mass being held on the forecastle of the USS Yorktown (CV-10).
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Photograph of Joseph Kristufek writing on his plotting board while he and fellow aircrewmen passing time in a ready room. Lt. Commander Richard Upson (left) and Lt. William Laliberte (right) play...
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October 1944 issue of National Geographic Magazine with a collection of Pacific War artwork by US Navy combat artist Lt. William F. Draper. Included in the collection is the painting "Shock Troops of...
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A yellow, World War II inflatable Type B-4 life preserver with 'Joe Kristufek' stenciled across the front in black block lettering. The vest's inflatable chest piece is secured to the pilot with two...
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This WWII khaki canvas-cotton blend summer aviator helmet was manufactured by H.L.B. Corp. The helmet includes two silver metal buckles with a detachable leather chin strap.
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A brown, leather World War II era flight helmet manufactured by Bradd's Inc. The helmet includes two silver metal buckles with a detachable leather chin strap.
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Type 6530 World War II era aviator's goggles with an adjustable elastic band, metal frames, leather face cushion, and green tinted glass, and all in the original manufacturer's box.
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Type 6530 World War II era aviator's goggles with an adjustable elastic band, metal frames, leather face cushion, and green tinted glass.
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A black, plastic and rubber World War II era Telephonica Corporation Type RS-76 radio headset.
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A black, rubber and plastic World War II era Type TH 37 radio Headset and patch cord, manufactured by the Telephonica Corporation of New York, NY.
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A green, gabardine naval aviator's jacket with bullion aviator's wings and three 35-line buttons and Lieutenant Commander's striped sleeve insignia. Created by the House of Worsted-Tex.
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Selected scrapbook pages featuring Joseph Kristufek. The pages show newspaper photos and features about his service during World War II.
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This archival piece shows Joseph Kristufek's appointment to the rank of Lieutenant Commander (A-1) following his service as Executive Officer with Torpedo Squadron Eighty-Seven (VT-87). Attached is a...
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Notice of separation from the U.S. Naval Service for Joseph Kristufek. This paperwork provides a brief overview of Kristufek's service history and even some information on his life before World War II...
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These four-compartment berthing quarters provide a glimpse into the living environment afforded to the officers’ rank. Bunked one or two to a room, their accommodations included wardrobes, a sink, a...
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Patriots Point celebrates living history! In collaboration with the Living History Reenactors of Patriots Point, the Department of Collections and Curatorial Affairs has assembled a captivating...