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Idwal H. Edwards
Idwal Hubert Edwards CBE (5 April 1895 – 25 November 1981), born in Freedom, New York, was a lieutenant general in the United States Air Force; he was a distinguished commander, rated command pilot, combat observer and aircraft observer. Early life and education His father was Daniel Edwards, native of Wales, Pennsylvania, a Baptist minister serving churches across Pennsylvania. Idwal Edwards entered Bloomsburg State Normal School in December 1911 to prepare for a teaching career. He graduated from Bloomsburg State College (Bloomsberg State Normal School), class of 24 June 1914. He was honored at commencement for excelling in both scholarship and teaching ability. Before joining the military, Edwards became principal of schools in Sterling, near Scranton, and entered Brown University in fall 1916. According to the Welsh Nation newspaper, Idwal Edwards was a Welsh-speaker, Cymraeg being his family language. After joining the army and gaining his commission as an officer, Ed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Freedom, New York
Freedom is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York, United States. The population was 2,244 at the 2021 census. The town is in the northeast corner of Cattaraugus County. History The first settlers arrived in December 1811. Historians have found no specific reason why the town was named Freedom. ''Olean Times Herald'' (July 2, 2017). Retrieved July 4, 2017. The Town of Freedom was founded in 1820, composed of land from the "Town of Ischua" (now Franklinville). The northern portion of Freedom was transferred to |
