Albert William Stevens

American captain and aerial photographer

Albert William Stevens - American captain and aerial photographer
Born

March 13th, 1886
139 years ago

Died

1949
76 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

Links & References

Served as a captain in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. Pioneered aerial photography techniques used for mapping and reconnaissance. Played a vital role in the development of aerial photographic methods and equipment. Contributed to significant military missions and assessments in the Pacific theater.

Developing advanced aerial reconnaissance techniques

Contributing to military mapping operations

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