Name/Title
Telephonica Radio HeadsetDescription
A black, plastic and rubber World War II era Telephonica Corporation Type RS-76 radio headset.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 CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2021.0011Source or Donor
Rick KristufekAcquisition Method
GiftUpdate Date
August 2, 2024