The Descriptive Finding Guide for the Frederick Hoover Personal Photo Collection SDASM.SC.20027

Alan Renga
San Diego Air and Space Museum Library and Archives
12/30/2014
2001 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park
San Diego 92101


Language of Material: English
Contributing Institution: San Diego Air and Space Museum Library and Archives
Title: Frederick Hoover Personal Photo Collection
Identifier/Call Number: SDASM.SC.20027
Physical Description: 0.1 Cubic Feet One photo envelope
Date (inclusive): 1912-1965
Abstract: Frederick A. Hoover was an early stunt flyer.

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.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

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

Preferred Citation

[Item], [Filing Unit], [Series Title], [Subgroups], [Record Group Title and Number], [Repository “San Diego Air & Space Museum Library & Archives”]

Biographical / Historical

Frederick A. Hoover was the 100th individual to receive his aviator license (June 8th 1912). He performed stunts in air shows and was known as 'The Death Cheating Aviator". He was a member of the Early Birds of Aviation.

Scope and Contents

One photo envelope containing 25 images.

Related Materials

Stunt Flying Subject Files.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

Stunt flying
Early Birds of Aviation (Organization)
Hoover, Frederick A.

 

Photo Envelope 01

Physical Description: 25 Photos