Deward K. Grissom Collection
This collection documents Deward Grissom's military service in World War II, particularly his time in England. Included are photographs, postcards of places traveled, maps, correspondence, and some ephemeral items. The pieces of correspondence detail some of his experiences while in England. Also in the collection are military records, including papers regarding classes available to servicemen at Oxford University.
Dates
- 1942-1945
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 Special Collections.
Extent
0.25 Linear Feet (1 quarter box [7 folders])
Overview
This collection documents Deward Grissom's military service in World War II, particularly his time in England. Included are photographs, postcards of places traveled, maps, correspondence, and some ephemeral items. The pieces of correspondence detail some of his experiences while in England. Also in the collection are military records, including papers regarding classes available to servicemen at Oxford University.
Biographical / Historical
Deward Kizer Grissom was born on December 31, 1916, in Henderson County, Tennessee. Grissom graduated from University of Tennessee with a BS degree in Science Education and a Master's Degree in Education. During World War II, Grissom served as a Medical Lab Technician for the 67th General Hospital in England. He died on December 1, 2007, and is buried in Henderson County.
Arrangement
This collection is in seven folders in a single box.
Previous Citation
This collection was previously listed as part of MS.1608 and MS.1764. The creator's surname was previously listed as "Grisson" in some places.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
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