Telephonica Radio Headset

Name/Title

Telephonica Radio Headset

Description

A black, rubber and plastic World War II era Type TH 37 radio Headset and patch cord, manufactured by the Telephonica Corporation of New York, NY.

Use

Issued by the US Navy and meant to aid aviators in communication during the performance of their duties.

Context

Worn by Lt. Joseph Rudolf Kristufek. Kristufek was a plank owner on the USS Yorktown (CV-10) and flew missions off the Yorktown as an Avenger pilot in Torpedo Squadron (VT-5) during World War II.

Collection

USS Yorktown CV-10, Joseph R. Kristufek Collection

Acquisition

Accession

2021.0011

Source or Donor

Rick Kristufek

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Date made

1941 - 1945

Update Date

August 2, 2024