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[Squadron 17 Cadet Employment Schedules, 1942]

Description: Employment schedules for aviation cadets in Squadron 17 at the United States Naval Air Station in Corpus Christi, Texas. The schedules contain instructions from Lieutenant junior grade H. E. Robinson and handwritten and hand-drawn work done by B. W. Huntington.
Date: 1942~
Creator: Squadron 17
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

Parachutes: A Pilot Saved Is a Pilot Made

Description: Guidebook on the use and maintenance of parachutes and various scenarios they may be needed in intended for United States military pilots. The book discusses types of parachutes, handling parachutes, parachute inspection, potential hazards when exiting a ship in an emergency, and landing instructions.
Date: April 1944
Creator: Pickering, George M. & Bowman, R. L.
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

Jungle, Desert, Arctic Emergencies

Description: Book discussing how to survive in the event of an emergency landing in harsh environments including the jungle, desert, or arctic. The book provides illustrations and instructions for acquiring various necessities such as food and shelter, signaling rescue planes, and avoiding dangers.
Date: 1943
Creator: Flight Control Command Safety Education Division
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

So You Are Going to the South Pacific?

Description: Booklet prepared for naval aviators being sent to bases in the South Pacific. The booklet contains information on hygiene and health, clothing and equipment, entertainment, and other reading relevant to the South Pacific.
Date: 1944
Creator: Air Force Pacific Fleet
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation
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