Florey, Ruth Thomason 1975-08-12
Mrs. Florey recalls her service in the Women’s Auxiliary Flying Squadron (WAFS) during World War II (1942-43).
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Ruth Thomason Florey
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: August 12, 1975
Location: Odessa, Texas
Interviewer: Fred Carpenter
Length: 30 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1:
Personal history,
Service in Women's Auxiliary Flying Squadron, 1942-1943,
Details of service in WAFS,
Mrs. Cliff Deaton remembered,
Pilots were well-received by Sweetwater townspeople,
Superior officers named,
Graduation ceremony,
Class reunions
Tape 1, Side 2:
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Range Dates: 1942-1943
Bulk Dates: 1942-1943
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