Description
This collection contains correspondence written between Ch. (Col.) William B. Hood, USAAF and members of his family and friends
during the Second World War. Also included are postcards, forms, pamphlets and newspapers, documents, a short biography,
and a photograph of Ch. (Col.) Hood in uniform.
Background
Chaplain Colonel William B. Hood, United States Army Air Force (b. 2/14/1900) was born in Newberry County, South Carolina
on February 14, 1900. He attended Linwood College in North Carolina, Erskine College and Erskine Theological Seminary, and
Livingston College in London, England where he studied tropical medicine in preparation for foreign missionary service. On
June 7, 1928, while serving as a missionary in West Africa, Col. Hood married Katherine Elizabeth Anderson.
Extent
2.5 Linear Feet
(2 cartons, 1 document box )
Restrictions
There are no restrictions on the use of this material except where previously copyrighted material is concerned. It is the
responsibility of the researcher to obtain all permissions. For further copyright information, please contact the archivist.
Availability
This collection is open for research.