Cory Graff is a Curator at The National WWII Museum. He is a graduate of the University of Oregon. In the past, he has worked at The Museum of Flight and the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum. Graff has worked in museums for more than 25 years, written 10 books, and is a regular contributor to history and science publications. His primary professional focus of interest is aviation during World War II.
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