Name/Title
Change of Duty RequestScope and Content
A request for change of duty and assignment for married quarters from Stephen Fitch dated May 16, 1945. Fitch reported to Newport News, Virginia to aid in the construction of the USS Midway (CVB-41) but was unable to request adequate housing for his family.Context
From the collection of Stephen Fitch, who was part of the inaugural crew and a plankowner of the USS Yorktown (CV-10).
Stephen Fitch was a Lt. Commander in the Engineering Department on the USS Yorktown (CV-10). An artist at heart, Fitch would draw both small cartoons and comics as well as detailed schematics of engine compartments and staterooms. Fitch is also the artist behind the squadron emblems on the flight deck killboards.Collection
Stephen Fitch CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2018.6Source or Donor
Richard G. FitchAcquisition Method
GiftUpdate Date
02/21/2025