Editor, Gazette-Journal:

I was very pleased to see the recent article in the Gazette-Journal with regard to the placement of an historic marker in Gloucester County commemorating the Women Air Service Pilots (WASPs). I grew up in Sweetwater, Texas, and for several years I lived at Avenger Field where the WASPs were trained during World War II. My late father operated a business there and Hangar One that housed his business is now the home of the National WASP World War II Museum. I am a charter member of the WASP Museum and would be most happy to share information about the museum with anyone who might be interested. Information can also be obtained at www.waspmuseum.org.

During my career as an Air Force pilot, I had occasion to meet and fly with some of these outstanding women who shared with me some of their amazing stories. My thanks go out to everyone who played a part in recognizing the contribution made by these true American patriots.

Jimmie L. Jay

Port Haywood, Va.
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