United States. Navy. Fighter Squadron 7 (VF-7)

Organization

Staff Only

Biography

Fighter Squadron 7 (VF-7) was established on January 3, 1944, during World War II. The squadron operated from the USS Hancock (CV-19), flying F6F-5 Hellcat fighters in combat missions over the Asiatic-Pacific theater. VF-7 participtaed in various operations, including strikes against Japanese targets and air defense missions, until it was diestablished on June 8, 1946, shortly after the war's end.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

James R. Connor Papers

Collection

Identifier: 000046

Abstract

The James R. Connor Papers include a range of documents and materials primarily related to James R. Connor’s military service aboard the USS Hancock. This collection includes service records, photographs, pamphlets, publications, reunion materials, and personal documents. Additionally, there is material related to his brother, Theodore, and his service on the USS West Virginia.

Dates: 1934 - 2003

Found in: Center for Pacific War Studies / National Museum of the Pacific War