Box 8a
Container
Contains 62 Collections and/or Records:
Letter of thanks from Colonel William F. Curry, Director of Air Force Museum, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, for donation of relics and flag flown aboard the Gemini VIII Space Capsule, December 27, 1966
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 30
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 30
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
December 27, 1966
Letter from James A. Rhodes, Governor of Ohio, notifying Armstrong that he had been selected to receive the Governor's Award for the year 1966 , January 13, 1967
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 32
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 32
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
January 13, 1967
Certificates - Outstanding Young Men of America, 1966
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 33
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 33
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
1966
Project Gemini Information Sheet, postmarked Cape Canaveral, November 11, 1966
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 39
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 39
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
November 11, 1966
Letter from Charles A. Lindbergh to Armstrong, accepting his invitation to the launching of Apollo XI, June 15, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 40
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 40
Scope and Contents
(Signed by Lindbergh.)
Dates:
June 15, 1969
Certificate - Proclaiming Armstrong an Honorary Conch and Citizen of the Fabulous Florida Keys, signed by Gerald Saunders, Chairman, Board of County Commissioners, Monroe County, Florida, undated
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 43
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 43
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
undated
Certificate - Kappa Kappa Psi, Honorary Band Fraternity, Gamma Phi Chapter, April 30, 1966
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 45
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 45
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
April 30, 1966
Clipping - Armstrong presenting Purdue President Hovde with a Boilermaker Pete flag that was flown aboard Gemini VIII, 1966
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 46
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 46
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
1966
Certificate of Field Service Training, 32 Hour Course in Apollo Guidance and Navigation System Familiarization, June 2, 1964
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 47
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 47
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
June 2, 1964
Certificate - "Brothers of the Sun," signed by Bill Luton, circa 1966
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 48
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 48
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
circa 1966
Certificate - Armstrong Qualified as a Delta Pilot by flying the USAF F-102 Delta Wing Supersonic Interceptor, March 29, 1956
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 49
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 49
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
March 29, 1956
Letter from Vice President, signed "Ted," thanking Armstrong for giving up his Christmas with family to appear with Bob Hope in Vietnam, along with Stafford and Cernan, dated , January 27, 1970
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 50
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 50
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
January 27, 1970
Certificate - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, names Armstrong honorary Alumnus and Tarheel, undated
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 51
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 51
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
undated
Certificate - College of Variable Stability Knowledge, duly acknowledged as a pilot extraordinaire, undated
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 52
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 52
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
undated
Certificate - United State Air Force, Successfully Completed the ADC Life Support Training Course given by 4780th Air Defense Wing (ADC), Perrin Air Force Base, Texas, Class 68-32, July 30, 1968
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 54
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 54
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
July 30, 1968
Two Letters from Vice President, Hubert Humphrey, December 19 and 20, 1968
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 55
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 55
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
1968
Letters of thanks to Armstrong from Esther C. Goddard, April 4, 1970, and Ralph W. Yarborough, October 3, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 56
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 56
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
October 3, 1969
Telegram - Pre-formal invitation notification from the White House in regards to a black tie dinner honoring H.E. General Alfredo Stroessner, President of the Republic of Paraguay, March 13, 1968
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 57
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 57
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
March 13, 1968
Letter from Fred K. Godfrey, President Weber Aircraft in regards to Weber Boosters Club, July 10, 1968, and an "OMIAS" member certificate, May 6, 1968
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 60
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 60
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
May 6, 1968
Invitation from General Alfredo Stroessner, President of the Republic of Paraguay, 1963
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 61
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 61
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
1963
Letter from President Richard Nixon, includes signature, June 25, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 63
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 63
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
June 25, 1969
Letters from Nicaraguan Ambassador Guillermo Sevilla Sacasa and President Somoza-Debayle, August 29, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 64
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 64
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
August 29, 1969
Letter, El Jefe Del Estado Generalisimo De Los Ejercitos Nacionales, November 6, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 66
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 66
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
November 6, 1969
Letter from President Richard Nixon (signed) upon Armstrong's appointment as Chairman and a Member of the Peace Corps National Advisory Council, December 3, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 69
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 69
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
December 3, 1969
Telegram of congratulations to Armstrong, Aldrin and Collins, from the Russian Cosmonauts, July 25, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 70
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 70
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
July 25, 1969