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Carolina National Guard Unit.

   During World War I Crowell served the Government at various airfields assisting with mechanical operations.

 After the war Crowell assisted Asheville aviator Henry Westall in establishing and operating a local aviation operation. Using a war-surplus Curtiss "Canuck," they started carrying passengers, making aerial photographs and giving barnstorming exhibitions through the South. At that time Crowell was also connected with the Western Carolina Auto Company. 

  About 1930 Crowell moved to Norfolk, Virginia, where he was employed in the Aircraft Maintenance Department at the Norfolk Navy Yard, remaining there until his retirement. Crowell became a member of the Early Birds in 1931. 

  Continuing to reside at Norfolk, Crowell passed away in a hospital there on March 29, 1955, following a long illness, at age 55. He was survived by his wife.  His remains were returned to Asheville for burial in Riverside Cemetery.

   Flying Pioneer Henry K. Crowell was one of those early aviation enthusiasts who did their bit by learning to fly and contributing toward the popular acceptance of the airplane. Throughout his life he retained his love of flying and continued to work in aviation.

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