The Life and Times of Clifford W. Henderson (1895-1984)

This is a story about a man who had dreams ... a man who was not afraid to take risks in order to accomplish his goals. "Impossible" was not a word in Cliff's vocabulary. Dedication and hard work overcame all obstacles. Cliff Henderson's life is a parade of exciting events from beginning to end. Many of his friends were professionals in their various fields and celebrities in the eyes of the American public. The book covers his life from childhood and family; education, including USC...
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This is a story about a man who had dreams ... a man who was not afraid to take risks in order to accomplish his goals. "Impossible" was not a word in Cliff's vocabulary. Dedication and hard work overcame all obstacles. Cliff Henderson's life is a parade of exciting events from beginning to end. Many of his friends were professionals in their various fields and celebrities in the eyes of the American public. The book covers his life from childhood and family; education, including USC (the Trojan statue was his brainchild); military service in both World War I and World War II; his involvement with the Air Classics, including organizing the National Air Races for twelve years; his vision for an oasis in the desert and the fulfillment of his dreams with the development of the city of Palm Desert; the growth stemming from his many accomplishments; and stories about his many, many friends.