Artie E. Akers Collection
This collection includes accounts written by Artie E. Akers documenting different stories from his time as a submarine "volunteer" during World War II.
Dates
- undated
Language
English
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
0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Abstract
This collection includes accounts written by Artie E. Akers documenting different stories from his time as a submarine "volunteer" during World War II.
Biographical/Historical Note
Artie E. Akers (March 15, 1920-September 3, 2000) served in World War II with the U.S. Navy as a submarine "volunteer." He served for almost 8 years on submarines both during the war and after. During the war, he served mainly on the USS Angelfish. Akers was married to Dellena L. Akers and is buried in Knox County, Tennessee.
Previous Citation
This collection was previously listed as part of MS.2012.
Acquisition Note
This collection was donated through the University of Tennessee's Center for the Study of War and Society.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository