Velte, Paul Christian Jr., (1914-1976), was CEO of Air America, a large airline owned by the Central Intelligence Agency flying primarily in Southeast Asia from the 1950s until 1975; used Air America Huey helicopters to help with evacuation of Saigon in April 1975, rescuing more than 1,000 Americans and Vietnamese; Ridgefield resident 1955 until death, was active in Ridgebury Congregational Church and Boy Scouts.
From Jack Sanders, Who Was Who in Ridgefield.
The Ridgefield Historical Society is displaying a colorful collection of nearly 200 political buttons from local, state and national campaigns at the Scott House for the month of November.
Unanimous community support secured the future of this cherished landmark under the care of the Ridgefield Historical Society.
The Ridgefield Historical Society welcomes Steven Meyers as president, succeeding Tracy Seem, who championed key preservation projects during her four years in the role.
Steven Meyers was elected to a two-year term as president of the Ridgefield Historical Society on Oct. 15. We welcome him “on board.”
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