Clyde W. "Bill" Fulk World War II Memoir
In this memoir, entitled "Why Me?," Bill Fulk describes his experiences before, during, and after World War II with a strong emphasis on the time he spent in German concentration camps.
The manuscript is typed and includes within its pages photocopies of photographs, newspaper clippings, pamphlet covers, maps, telegrams, medals, and previously classified information concerning the 84th Infantry Division's experience during the war.
Dates
- 2001
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Abstract
In this memoir, entitled "Why Me?," Bill Fulk describes his experiences before, during, and after World War II with a strong emphasis on the time he spent in German concentration camps.
Biographical/Historical Note
Clyde W. "Bill" Fulk was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, on July 13, 1925. He was inducted into the service in October 22, 1943 at Fort Jackson, S.C. He received basic training and completed Ordnance Supply School at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland. He was sent to the European Theater (England) on June 15, 1944. Thereafter, he was a replacement in 333rd Infantry (Aberdeen Forrest), January 1, 1945. Fulk died on April 12, 2012, and is buried in Winston-Salem.
Arrangement
Collection consists of a single folder.
Acquisition Note
This collection was donated to Special Collections in 2005.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository