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Royal Canadian Air Force Memorial Cross and envelope, circa 1940-1942

 File — Box: 3, Folder: 5

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: This collection includes correspondence, photographs, and memorabilia from Bill Ingalls Hoese, in England and Canada ranging from 1938 to 1941 regarding flying and world experiences. Also included are sympathy cards and letters, newspapers from the Hoese family and their friends regarding Bill Ingalls Hoese's death, Worthington, Indiana, and World War II. Notable items include a memorial card of Bill Ingalls Hoese's death from the Canadian government, a sympathy card from the Queen at Buckingham Palace, the Memorial Cross medal, and a Royal Canadian Air Force pin with necklace in box.

Dates

  • 1929-1944

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 1.05 Cubic Feet (3 manuscript boxes, 1 oversize folder)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Rare Books and Manuscripts Repository

Contact:
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Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 U.S.A.
317-232-3671