Telephonica Radio Headset

Name/Title

Telephonica Radio Headset

Description

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 Collection

Acquisition

Accession

2021.0011

Source or Donor

Rick Kristufek

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Date made

1941 - 1945

Update Date

August 2, 2024