Object Details
Physical Description
Khaki cloth with leather band; silk lining and brass A.T.C. insignia.
Summary
Air Transport Command Uniform
Most of the airliners drafted for the war effort were placed under the control of the Air Transport Command (ATC), which was formed in June 1942. The ATC functioned as an enormous international airline, combining the efforts of the Ferry Command, which moved combat aircraft around the world, and the Air Service Command, which moved cargo and personnel.
The ATC was organized by Gen. Robin Olds and later Gen. Harold George. They benefited immensely from the experience of Maj. Gen. C. R. Smith of American Airlines, who served as executive officer, and hundreds of other former airline employees.
Gift of Vergil W. Vaughan
Credit Line
Donated by Vergil W. Vaughan
Inventory Number
A19830276000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
Materials
Cotton
Brass
Leather
Silk
Dimensions
Clothing (On Mannequin): 26 × 11 × 13.5cm (10 1/4 in. × 4 5/16 in. × 5 5/16 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
America by Air
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19830276000