Stanley “Swede” Vejtasa – Double Ace – Wildcats

Swede Vejtasa served as a naval aviator first in SBD dive bombers, and then in Wildcat fighters. He was a double ace and the holder of three Navy Crosses.

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Dates of Interview: April and July, 2011

Interviewer: Heather Steele

Transcribed: Partially

Format: Standard Definition Video

Length: 247 minutes

Swede’s Obituary