Don J. Rutledge Letters
This collection consists of a series of letters, written by Don J. Rutledge between October 30, 1941, and October 26, 1945, from the Panama Canal, Europe, the Philippines, and Japan during World War II. They include a letter written two days after the Pearl Harbor attack and one written three days after the German army surrendered. Most of the correspondence is to Rutledge's wife, Louisa, in Fayetteville, Tenn.
Dates
- 1941-1945 (bulk 1945)
Conditions Governing Access
Collections are stored offsite, and a minimum of 2 business days are needed to retrieve these items for use. Researchers interested in consulting any of the collections are advised to contact Special Collections.
Conditions Governing Use
The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.
Extent
0.3 Linear Feet
Abstract
This is a collection of letters, written by Don J. Rutledge between 1941-1945, from the Panama Canal, Europe, the Philippines, and Japan, during World War II.
Biographical/Historical Note
Don J. Rutledge worked as a civilian for the Corp of Engineers at the Panama Canal during the start of World War II. He enlisted in the war in 1943 and served in Europe as well as Japan.
Arrangement
This collection consists of thee folders.
Acquisition Note
Donated to Special Collections, April 2, 2005
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository