These goggles were worn by Maj. Jimmy Doolittle during the 1931 National Air Races in Cleveland, Ohio. Doolittle left the goggles at a restraunt and they were subsequently found by Robert Carpenter. Mr. Carpenter returned the goggles to Doolittle in May 1972.
Donated by Lt. Gen. James H. Doolittle (USAF, Ret.)
Date: 1931
Country of Origin: United States of America
Dimensions:
3-D Test: 20.3 x 2.5 x 5.1cm (8 x 1 x 2 in.)
Materials:
Frame: Chrome Steel
Lenses: Glass
Eye Padding: Natural Rubber
Strap: Elastic
Physical Description:
E. B. Meyrowitz flying goggles worn by Jimmy Doolittle; chrome steel frames with tinted amber glass lenses; rubber eye pieces with embossed text "PAT. 1928"; rubberized tan elastic strap; manufacturer's tag sewn on the inside of the strap.
