Frank Gross Papers
This collection consists of clippings, programs, correspondence, awards, photographs, and an audio CD pertaining to Frank Gross's time in Korea and his musical career. Most of his songs deal with his service in the Korean War and specifically the Battle of Chosin Reservoir (also spelled Changjin Reservoir).
Dates
- 1950-1998
Conditions Governing Access
Collections are stored offsite and must be requested in advance. See www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.
Conditions Governing Use
The UT Libraries claims only physical ownership of most material in the collections. Persons wishing to broadcast or publish this material must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants on www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.
Extent
0.7 Linear Feet
Abstract
This collection consists of clippings, programs, correspondence, awards, photographs, and an audio CD pertaining to Frank Gross's time in Korea and his musical career.
Biographical/Historical Note
Frank George Gross, nicknamed The Saltwater Cowboy, was born on January 12, 1930 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He joined the Marine Corps in 1948, and he and several of his fellow soldiers formed a country band. When the Korean War broke out, he was assigned to the 3rd Battalion of the 7th 1st Division. Gross was seriously injured in the Battle of Chosin Reservoir (also spelled Changjin Reservoir) and evacuated to Philadelphia. He was separated from the Marines on October 31, 1951 and returned to playing country music. He has since written a number of well-received songs about his service in Korea.
Arrangement
Collection consists of seven folders divided into three series: Music and Musical Career; Photographs; and Audio Compact Disks.
Acquisition Note
Frank Gross donated these papers to the University of Tennessee Libraries, Knoxville, Special Collections in February 2002.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository