2000.17.12

23-May-66
8 in HIGH x 10 in WIDE
(20.32 cm HIGH x 25.40 cm WIDE)
Collection of the Oakland Museum of California
2000.17.12


Stamped in blue on the back of the photo: "Official U.S. Army photograph,C4197-811-18/MTW-66- Operational Record. The embarkation of troops destined for Southeast Asia at Travis Air Force Base, Fairfield, California. Travis Air Force Base is the principal West Coast military passenger and cargo aerial port for South East Asia support. Photo depicts troops preparing to board World Airways airliner one of the lines contracted to provide trasportation in support of military activities. Photo by: V. Jones, 23 May 66, headquarters, Western area Military Traffic Management Terminal Service Oakland, California." [There is also a copyright statement under the photo description.] Photo shows an exterior shot of a building on Travis AFB with a awning stretching over the walkway. On the front of the awning is written "Welcome to Travis, Gateway to the Pacific." There are several soldiers (air force?) walking under the awning carrying bags and manila envelopes. A sign on the lawn nearby says "We are a Proud Outfit. Pride in Country, Pride in Acheivement, Pride in Air Force, Pride in Leadership, Pride in Self." A sign on the roof says "Military Airlift Command, Welcomes you to Travis Air Force Base Headquarters 60 Military Airlift Wing." There are also some civilians sitting behind chain link fence near the sides of the building.

Used: U.S. Army | Oakland Army Base

Bookmark and Share