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  • The Philippines 1905 - 1916 “My Dearest Junie” Letters of William E. Cobey

    by William E Cobey ...
    William E. Cobey is among the first of a group of Americans of the twentieth century that felt the need to serve the needs of other people. He joined an American group of "volunteers" who set off to serve very impoverished nations. It later helped spark the initiative that became "The Peace Corps."William E, Cobey was only 24 years old in 1905 when he started on this arduous adventure. He was a ... Read more

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  • A New Dawn in Aviation Progress

    by William E Cobey ...
    A New Dawn in Aviation ProgressThe Untold Story of Transcendental Aircraft CorporationBefore the Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, there was Transcendental—a pioneering company that dared to redefine aviation. A New Dawn in Aviation Progress uncovers the remarkable journey of William E. Cobey, Jr., a visionary aeronautical engineer whose relentless pursuit of innovation led to groundbreaking advancements ... Read more

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  • Pioneering in A New Phase of Aviation Progress, 1952 - 1958

    by William E Cobey ...
    This is the untold story about a visionary man, William E. Cobey, Jr., who saw the future of aviation; and wanted desperately to be a part of it. He used a hands-on approach to finding technological solutions and achieving an aeronautical understanding of a new type of aircraft. It was the "Big Challenge." In 1952, Mr. Cobey was 35 years old.The story is told through a treasure trove of documents ... Read more

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