J.R. Kenney papers, 1942-1982
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Kenney, J.R. (Joseph Richard)
- Title
- J.R. Kenney papers
- Dates
- 1942-1982 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- 2.52 cubic ft. (6 containers)
- Collection Number
- 07934
- Summary
- The collection documents Captain J.R. (Joseph Richard) Kenney, Jr. experiences as a military pilot during World War II and a commercial pilot for United Airlines.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Captain J.R. (Joseph Richard) Kenney, Jr. was a pilot in the U.S. Army during World War II and then a commercial pilot for United Airlines.
Content Description
Collection contains biographical information on Kenney that includes military appointments and promotions, diplomas and certificates, military orders, records, and receipts. There are also reports, examinations, cards, certificates, correspondence, maps and charts, uniforms, handbooks, and photographs regarding his work in aviation as a pilot for the U.S. Military and United Airlines.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by Captain J.R. (Joseph Richard) Kenney, Jr. at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationThis material was received from J.R. Kenney Jr. in 1982.
Processing Note
Processing InformationNames and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Aeronautics, Commercial -- United States -- 20th century
- Air pilots -- United States -- 20th century
- Air pilots, Military -- United States
- Airlines -- United States -- 20th century
- World War, 1939-1945 -- Aerial operations, American
Corporate Names
- United Airlines
- United States. Army Air Forces
Form or Genre Terms
- Aeronautical charts
- Correspondence
- Photographs
- Reports
