Name/Title
Battle Report of Joseph Kristufek for August 31, 1943Scope and Content
Copy of a handwritten battle report by Joseph Kristufek dated August 31, 1943. The report discusses how Torpedo Squadron Five (VT-5) took part in bombing raids on the Marcus islands. The report also discusses how Joseph Kristufek was part of the aerial search for the missing pilot James "Pop" Condit.Context
Joseph Kristufek was a plank owner and Avenger pilot in Torpedo Squadron Five (VT-5) aboard the USS Yorktown (CV-10) 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
