Tag Archives: WWII

Papers of Rudi Berndt, WPAFB Engineer via Operation Paperclip, Now Open for Research

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Lisa Rickey

We are pleased to announce that MS-632: Rudi Berndt Papers is now open for research. Rudi Julius Berndt (1921-2004) was a German engineer who came to the United States as part of Operation Paperclip (or Project Paperclip), a secret program … Continue reading →

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President Truman in Dayton

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Bill McIntire

The final installment of the DDN Presidential Series is the 33rd President of the United States, Harry Truman. President Truman’s legacy has gone through an evolution since he left office in 1953. His approval rating was in the low 20% … Continue reading →

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Victory over Japan (V-J) Day in Dayton

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Bill McIntire

Victory over Japan Day (V-J Day) is the name chosen for the anniversary of the Allied victory of the Empire of Japan during WWII. The Japanese agreed to surrender in August of 1945 and the official documents were signed the … Continue reading →

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