W. R. Mitchell preparing to leave to the Belgian Congo for a United Nations mission, 1961

The United Machinists and Mechanical Engineers of America was founded in 1888. In 1889, the name changed to the National Association of Machinists. Two years later, it became known as the International Association of Machinists and in 1965, this was changed to the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. ; Note on verso states: Brother W. R. Mitchell, member of District Lodge 100, has volunteered for service in the Belgian Congo, announced President and General Chairman George M. Brown, District 100. Mitchell, 31 years old, is a licensed mechanic and a graduate of Distric... Mehr ...