Military Documents

Explore original World War II military documents from Howard Snyder’s service with the U.S. Army Air Forces and the 306th Bomb Group.

This chronological archive includes flight records, identification documents, mission reports, military correspondence, organizational records, and other materials connected to Howard Snyder and the B-17 Susan Ruth.

1940  |  1941  |  1942  |  1943  |  1944  |  1945  |  1946  |  1991  | Heart & Soul

1940

October 16th
Howard Snyder Draft Registration Card

Howard T. Snyder, WWII veteran's registration card, historical military service document.

1941

August 7th
Howard Snyder Class A Pass at Ft. Lewis, WA

Howard J. Snyder military service Class "A" Pass document from Fort Lewis, Washington.

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1942

January 28th
Eighth Air Force Activated

July 22nd
Howard Snyder Solo Flight Certificate

December 3rd
Howard Snyder Primary Flight School Diploma

Birthplace of World War II Air Force hero Steve Snyder, historical plaque in Wilmette, Illinois.
Historical plaque marking Steve Snyder's birthplace and WWII Air Force hero recognition in Wilmette, Illinois.
Vintage flight logbook page with Steve Snyder's name and aviation imagery.
A vintage flight logbook page featuring Steve Snyder's name and aviation designs.
Certificate of completion for Steve Snyder, author specializing in WWII and aviation history research.
Steve Snyder, aviation history author, received Harvard College of Aeronautics certification, highlighting his expertise.

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1943

8th Air Force Bomber Command Organizational Chart

Air Force organization chart with command hierarchy and aircraft deployment details.

March 4th
306th Bomb Group Mission Analysis

Steve Snyder author portrait outdoor city background, focusing on his profile.
Steve Snyder author portrait in natural setting, showcasing his writing persona.

April 12th
Advanced Flying School Graduation Program Class 43-D Pilots

Vintage military aircraft sketch, Army Air Force pilot training manual cover, WWII era aviation training, Douglas Arizona April 12, 1943.
An illustrated cover page for Army Air Force advanced flying school training manual from 1943, featuring a detailed aircraft sketch and graduation details.

April 12th
Howard Snyder Pilot ID card

Howard John Snyder author photo, vintage mugshot of Howard Snyder from WWII era, focuses on his biography and historical research.
Photo of Howard John Snyder's ID with his birth details and signature.

April 12th
Howard Snyder
U.S. Army Diploma

Original military diploma certificate from the U.S. Army Air Forces, featuring Steve Snyder, author, related to his background.
A historical military diploma awarded to a pilot in the U.S. Army Air Forces, signifying completion of aviation training, associated with Steve Snyder, author.

October 8th
Air Force Organizational  Chart

October 43 VIII Bomber Command emphasizing WWII military document.
WWII military document focusing on October 43 and VIII Bomber Command operations.

October 14th
Second Schweinfurt, Germany Mission Report – Black Thursday 

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Steve Snyder, author dedicated to WWII aviation history and storytelling.

November 3rd
Wilhelmshaven, Germany Mission Report

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Steve Snyder author background and achievements, focusing on his literary contributions.

November 16th
Knaben, Norway Mission Report

- alt text: Steve Snyder author photo, smiling portrait with book, public speaking event.
- caption: Steve Snyder, author known for compelling WWII aviation stories, speaking at a public event.

November 26th
Bremen, Germany Mission Report

Aircraft crew member near cockpit in WWII military plane, historical aviation photo, military aviation history, Steve Snyder author image.
A detailed historical photograph of a WWII aircraft crew member at the cockpit, illustrating the bravery and teamwork of military aviation during World War II.

December 1st
Solingen, Germany Mission Report 

Map of WWII military flight routes across the Atlantic, from England to Europe and North Africa.
Historical World War II aviation route map showing combat flight paths.

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