Name/Title
Shipboard Diary of Joseph Kristufek While Aboard the USS Yorktown (CV-10) and an Accompanying Summary of Air Group Five's AccomplishmentsScope and Content
The typed diary of Joseph Kristufek. Kristufek was a member of Torpedo Squadron Five (VT-5). VT-5 was attached to USS Yorktown (CV-10). The diary covers from May 18, 1943 to May 12, 1944.Context
Kristufek was a plank owner on the USS Yorktown (CV-10) and flew missions off the Yorktown as an Avenger pilot in Torpedo Squadron Five (VT-5) during World War II.Collection
Joseph R. Kristufek CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2021.0011Source or Donor
Rick KristufekAcquisition Method
GiftUpdate Date
August 2, 2024