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"Special to The New York Times".
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New York Times
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A clipping from the New York Times dated October 6 yet publishing date is unknown. The article details the record breaking speed runs of former Giants pitcher Lieutenant Al J. Williams, noting that at one point during his flight he lost consciousness after turning at a high speed.
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uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-3-1923_NavalAirmanFlies259MPH_3
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"Tug the Empire" After Hurricane 1926.
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This photograph shows the Sabine Towing Company's Tug the Empire half a mile inland after the Miami Hurricane of 1926.
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Date Issued
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1926-09
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Identifier
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uwfnas_nashurricane_tugtheempire_1926
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Image (JPEG2000)
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"Yellow Peril" 1939.
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This photograph, taken in 1939, shows a Boeing-Stearman N2S "Yellow Peril" landing on Felton's Farm Field.
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Date Issued
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1939
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Identifier
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uwfnas_nassaufleyfield_flyingfield_1939
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Image (JPEG2000)
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244.15 Miles-Per-Hour Speed Record Established, September 14, 1923.
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Author
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Unknown Publication
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Clipping detailing Lieutenant Harold J. Brow's 244 mile an hour record flight speed as well as discussion whether the Verville-Sperry plane would quickly outpace this record at the St. Louis air races. Brow's technical history is profiled in the latter half of the article, noting his accomplishments in both design and aviation while part of the navy.
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uwfnam_HJBbox3_9-14-1923_244MPHRecord_3
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Image (JPEG)
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259 Miles An Hour Is New Air Record, November 3, 1923.
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Author
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The World
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Clipping from The World which notes Lieutenant Harold J. Brow's record flight speed of 259 miles an hour. This article puts a more sensationalist spin on the account of the Wright Field test flights where Brow and Lieutenant A. J. Williams repeatedly broke each other's speed records in one day.
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uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-3-1923_259MPHNewRecord
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Image (JPEG2000)
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266 Miles An Hour, Air Speed Record, No Date.
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Author
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Unknown Publication
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Abstract/Description
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Article and corresponding table detailing the events of Lt. A. J. Williams and Harold J. Brow's competition for the highest air speed over Mitchel Field, Long Island. The table at the top of the article details number of seconds and speed each taken on each pass by both Williams and Brow during their flights. The article is a continuation of a first page article which was not present alongside this one.
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uwfnam_HJBbox3_ND_TableShowsRecords
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Image (JPEG2000)
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266 Miles An Hour, New Air Speed Record, November 5, 1923.
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Author
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New York American
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Abstract/Description
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Article from the New York American detailing Lt. A. J. Williams record speed flight during the rival showcase between him and Lt. Harold J. Brow at Mitchel Field.
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uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_266MPHNewAirSpeedRecord
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Image (JPEG2000)
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40,000 Watch Flyers Perform At Air Carnival, November 7, 1923.
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New York Tribune
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Abstract/Description
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Article detailing the events of an air circus held at Mitchel Field which included an air race, stunt flying, the destruction of a blimp, and an non-timed race between Lt. Harold J. Brow and A. J. Williams for the purpose of exhibition.
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uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-7-1923_40kWatchFlyers
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Image (JPEG2000)
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400-Mile Speed In Air Is Foreseen, November 11, 1923.
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Author
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New York Times
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Abstract/Description
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Article detailing the beliefs of Lt. A. J. Williams and Harold J. Brow that humans would be able to withstand much higher speeds. The article notes tests done with centrifugal force on dogs to see the effects the different force would have on bodies, thought Brow's idea was that with proper training and machines people would be able to withstand such forces much more easily.
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uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-11-1923_400MilesSpeedForeseen
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Administration Building 1934.
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Abstract/Description
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This photograph, taken after December 8, 1934, shows the Administration/Operations/Tower Building. N3N-1s are parked on the ramp in front.
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Date Issued
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1934
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Identifier
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uwfnas_corryfield_adminbldg_dec_8_1934
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Administration Building 1953.
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Abstract/Description
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A picture of the Administration building at NAS Jacksonville, 1953.
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uwfnas_adminbldg_1953
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Admiral Clark Here, No Date.
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Unknown Publication
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An article describing Admiral Joseph James Clark's arrival and meeting with Commander Harold J. Brow. The article is bordered by red pen marks.
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uwfnam_HJBbox3_ND_AdmClarkHere
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Aerial 1939.
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Abstract/Description
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This aerial photograph was taken in 1939 over what was to become NAS Saufley Field by the next year.
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Date Issued
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1939
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Identifier
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uwfnas_nassaufleyfield_aerial2_1939
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Aerial 1940.
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Abstract/Description
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This aerial photograph of NAS Saufley Field was taken in 1940. It shows three of four completed hangars and the Administration/Control Tower, among others.
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Date Issued
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1940
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Identifier
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uwfnas_nassaufleyfield_aerial3_1940
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Aerial 1940s.
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This aerial photograph of NAS Saufley Field, looking northeast, was taken in the late 1940s.
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uwfnas_nassaufleyfield_aerial_1940s
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Aerial 1943.
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This aerial photograph of NAS Deland was taken in February of 1943. It shows the taxi-ways, which were not yet completed.
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Date Issued
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1943-02
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Identifier
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uwfnas_nasdeland_aerial1_feb_1943
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Aerial 1943.
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This aerial photograph of NAS Saufley Field, looking south, was taken on September 4, 1943. Mrs. Della Holden's home is at the lower right of the photograph, directly opposite the "E" shaped Building 838.
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Date Issued
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1943-09-04
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Identifier
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uwfnas_nassaufleyfield_aerial4_1943
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Aerial 1945.
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This aerial photograph of NAS Melbourne, looking southeast, was taken on January 18, 1945.
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Date Issued
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1945-01-18
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Identifier
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uwfnas_nasmelbourne_aerial_1945
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Aerial 1948.
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Development Squadron One (VX-1(L))
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Abstract/Description
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This aerial photograph of NAS Key West, looking northeast, was taken by Development Squadron One (VX-1(L)) on January 30, 1948.
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Date Issued
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1948-01-30
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uwfnas_naskeywest_aerial1_1948
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Image (JPEG2000)
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Aerial 1949.
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This aerial photograph of NAS Saufley field, looking south, was taken in April of 1949. It shows the Control Tower (upper far right), two hangars, and North American SNJs on the ramp.
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Date Issued
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1949-04
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Identifier
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uwfnas_nassaufleyfield_aerial5_apr_1949
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Image (JPEG2000)
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