Francis Gary Powers' original prison journal with handwriting.

This particular Russian issued notebook, measuring 8 x 6.5'' was used by Powers to conjugate Russian verbs. His clear handwritten notes, in pencil, remain intact.

Powers began learning Russian during his time in prison. His Russian education became a great source of controversy back on US shores where he was labeled a defector and traitor. The hatred and fear the American public felt towards the Soviets were wrongly projected onto Francis Gary Powers. At a time when the world was on the brink of chaos, and any connection to Russia was suspect. Years later the CIA published a report on Francis Gary Powers's conduct, saying he acted honorably throughout his service - and entirely per the instructions given to him.

Francis Gary Powers was a distinguished pilot for the CIA's U-2 program during the height of the Cold War. Powers was arrested after his spy plane was shot down while flying a high-risk reconnaissance mission over Soviet airspace. To learn more about Powers' astounding story of survival, please visit www.guernseys.com

These items provided directly by Mr. Powers' son, expert public speaker on the U-2 Incident and Cold War History, Francis Gary Powers Jr.

Good condition.