Overview of the Virgil L. Courtright papers

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Title: Virgil L. Courtright papers
Date (inclusive): 1917-1971
Collection Number: 2001C24
Contributing Institution: Hoover Institution Library and Archives
Language of Material: English
Physical Description: 1 folder, 1 envelope (0.2 Linear Feet)
Abstract: Memoir, letters, and photographs, relating to American military balloon operations in France during World War I.
Creator: Courtright, Virgil L., 1885-
Physical Location: Hoover Institution Library & Archives

Access

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Use

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Acquisition Information

Acquired by the Hoover Institution Library & Archives in 2001C24.

Preferred Citation

[Identification of item], Virgil L. Courtright papers, [Box no., Folder no. or title], Hoover Institution Library & Archives.

Biographical/Historical Note

Private, United States Army; member, 7th Balloon Company, 1918-1919.

Scope and Content of Collection

Memoir, letters, and photographs, relating to American military balloon operations in France during World War I.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

World War, 1914-1918 -- Aerial operations
Balloons
United States. Army. American Expeditionary Forces
United States. Army. Balloon Company, 7th