John Baltadonis
| John Baltadonis | |
|---|---|
| File:JVB.tiff First Fandom Hall of Fame | |
| Nationality | American |
| Area(s) | Artist, Fan, Publisher, Editor, Art Teacher |
| Pseudonym(s) | JVB |
John V. Baltadonis (1921-1998) was elected to First Fandom's Hall of Fame in 1998 for his early contributions to science fiction, including being a founding member of the Philadelphia Science Fiction Society.
Career
Wrote, art directed, and Published first science fiction fan magazine in Philadelphia in October 1936 "Fantasy Fiction Telegram", using a process called hecktography.
Edited the "Science Fiction Collector" for 17 issues through 1921.
Fought in World War II in the Seventh Air Force.
Taught art at Haverford High School for 35 years.
Elected to First Fandom Hall of Fame
Baltadonis died in 1998, at the age of 77
External links
- My Pal Johnny by Robert Madle in Mimosa 29, pg 60-63, publ: 2003
- First Fandom Award
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