DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE 
Office of the Vice Chief of Staff 
United States Air Force 
WASHINGTON, D. C. 
1 4 FFB 1948 
Mr. A. Wetmore 
Secretary. Smithsonian Institution 
Washington, D. C. 
Dear Mr. Wetmore: 
General Spaatz has asked me to acknowledge receipt of your 
letter dated 9 February 1948, requesting the loan of a Jeep for 
a period of about two (2) months, beginning about 20 February 
19^8, for use In exploration and travel in the general area 
around Parita, Panama Canal Zone. 
The Air Force is most happy to cooperate with the Smithsonian 
Institution in this regard. 
The Commanding General, Caribbean Air Command, Albrook Field, 
Canal Zone, is being notified immediately to extend all aid and 
assistance necessary toward the accomplishment of your mission. 
Sincerely yours, 
