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We now have a selection of photos online from the Norton and March Museum display dedications by Paul Hayashi. To view the gallery visit the link under galleries on the menu bar above or visit the gallery at http://www.usafcombatcamera.org/galleries/norton-and-march-display-dedications/photos-by-paul-hayashi/
Join us for a video recap of the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Combat Camera Display at the old Norton AFB in San San Bernardino, CA on August 19th, 2016. The event was well attended with Ken Hackman as one of the main speakers and Barb Zimmerman reading a letter from past commander Col. Jim Read More …
Richard Spainhour October 14, 1925 – August 08, 2016 Richard James Spainhour Sr., 90, of Creekside Lane, died Monday, August 8, 2016, to be home with his Saviour. The funeral was at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 13, 2016, at First Baptist Church of Welcome, where he attended, with the Rev. Mark Blair officiating. Burial was Read More …
Combat Camera Heritage Video – Major Rob Hood, USAF Retired, interviewed during the 2015 Combat Camera Reunion in San Antonio, Texas.
Kim L. Luoma, July 8, 2016 Kim had been battling Emphysema (COPD) for a number of years. Two years ago he had a stroke and he fought hard for a very long time until his passing on July 8, 2016. On Sunday 31 July, 2016 A reception for Kim was held from 1 to 4 pm at the Army Navy Country Club (Arlington) Read More …
Timothy Jackson Monk, Sr. – February 13, 1947 – August 26, 2016 Tim Monk, Sr., 69, passed away August 26, 2016 He is preceded in life by his father Jim Monk, Sr. and his mother Ruth Monk. Tim is survived by his wife Carol of 49 years. Son Tim Monk, Jr. and wife Shani, his daughter Rachel Read More …
Combat Camera Heritage Video – Lt. Col. Steve Krant, USAF Retired, interviewed at at Cavanaugh Flight Museum, Addison, Texas. Come join us at our next reunion, October 13-16, 2016 at Charleston, SC!
Combat Camera Heritage Video – Lt. Col. Bruce McFadden, USAF Retired, interviewed at at Cavanaugh Flight Museum, Addison, Texas. Come meet folks like Bruce at our next reunion in Charleston, SC in September 13-16, 2016!
Combat Camera Display Ribbon Cutting by: Jose Lopez You’re Invited to the Ribbon Cutting for the Combat Camera Displays at the Norton Museum and the March Field Museum on: August 19, 2016. The Norton Museum (the former NCO Club) 1601 E 3rd., San Bernardino, CA, (909) 382-7307 from 09:00 hrs to 11:00 hrs. The March Read More …
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This came as a comment over the last few days. Anyone have comments that can help? Hi my name is Margie Galsote and I live in Northern California. I own a Vintage Thrift Store in Chester, CA. Today, I received a rather large tape with the inscription United States Air Force Aerospace Audio-Visul POW/MIA Footage Read More …
We just recently found out that one of our own, George Howe passed away November 02, 2015. George was born May 9, 1934 in Rumford, Maine to Marguerite Goodwin and George Howe. He was raised in Rumford and attended Rumford schools graduating from Stephens High School. While he was in High School he was often Read More …
This is the slideshow that runs with the USAF Combat Camera displays at the Museums at March AFB and Norton that was put together by Jose Lopez, Jr. MSgt, USAF Retired. This show has no audio as it is running in the museums alongside other displays with multimedia shows also running.
Editor’s Note: While Dick was never in AAVS but a lot of our people worked with him when he was at AFRC/PA. Richard Schuyler George Macon, Georgia- Richard Schuyler (Dick) George: 13 Nov. 1932 – 8 Mar. 2016, died after a lengthy period of decline. He was born in Atlanta, the son of the late Read More …
Dear Family, Friends, and Military Associates, I am delighted to tell you that the Arrowhead / John E Ford lll American Legion Post 144 Arizona district has voted to start a Jr ROTC Scholarship fund in honor of John this year for 2 local High Schools in the Glendale, AZ area. Four candidates have been Read More …
Reunion News The 1st Combat Camera Squadron Booster Club has reserved the Charleston golf course Friday, Oct 14th. The tournament is open to all reunion attendees. It will be all about fun even if you’re not a golfer! The 13-16 Oct , 2016 reunion will be held at the Embassy Suites-Airport in Charleston. Reservations must be Read More …
Bill Stephenson, age 63 passed away March 26, 2016 in San Antonio, TX following his courageous battle with Neuroendocrine Cancer. He was born on November 11, 1952 in Rochester, PA to Earle & Margaret Stephenson. He was a loving husband and father who will be dearly missed. Bill was preceded in death by his parents. Read More …
It is with heavy heart to share that Bill passed quietly in his sleep last night. Though Milo and I will miss him everyday, we are at peace that he is no longer in pain. The last several days of visits and the beautiful Facebook messages from all of you sharing your memories of Bill Read More …
Raul R. Duran was born, Geronimo Raul Duran in La Union, New Mexico on July 20, 1938 to Rosa Villa and Reyes Ramirez. When he was 5 or 6 years old, he, his immediate family and numerous members of his extended family made their way west and settled in the Di Giorgio/Arvin/Lamont, California area. Raul Read More …
UPDATED DETAILS BELOW ON SERVICES DATES! Sad news to report: CMS-ret RAUL DURAN died peacefully and unexpectedly this afternoon while napping in his bedroom. The children had been concerned about a cough he had, otherwise there were no other symptoms. His wife, Anita, has been and continues recuperating from knee surgery. Their daughter Rocky will Read More …
Can any of our members shed light on who this mopic shooter is? Only info we have with the photo is from David Sommers, who shot the image. He said: “I have no idea who the motion pix guy is. I think he came out of Saigon when we went into Cambodia to evacuate civilians.” The Read More …
From Richard McNiece Starting to have some medical problems and believe may be associated through Agent Orange exposure in Ubon. any help out there? I am applying for the agent orange registry and have to prove i was near the perimeter, but how do I prove it? I burned delicate film waste at the perimeter frequently. Read More …
For those who don’t know, Manola Hackman is in the hospital after a bad fall on February 6th. She was moved out of ICU on Friday and is on her way to recovery. Ken sends his heartfelt thanks for all your prayers for Manola. For the next few weeks, he will be assisting her with Read More …
An interview with Herb Cintron, MSgt, USAF Retired, on his career with Aerospace Audiovisual Service/Combat Camera, during the 2015 Combat Camera reunion in San Antonio, Texas.