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Harry L. Leibold Collection

 Collection
Identifier: CSWS-0312

  • Staff Only

This collection documents World War II soldier Harry Leibold's military service in the European Theatre of the war. It includes diaries, correspondence, a photograph album, his dog tags, military documents, and publications about his division.

Leibold's photo album largely documents his time in training, particularly at Fort Knox. Among his military documents are his draft letter and a record of service.

Dates

  • 1941-1945

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 (8 folders)

Overview

This collection documents World War II soldier Harry Leibold's military service in the European Theatre of the war. It includes diaries, correspondence, a photograph album, his dog tags, military documents, and publications about his division.

Biographical / Historical

Harry Louis Leibold Jr. fought in the European Theater of World War II. He was born on October 6, 1919, in Michigan. He was inducted into the military on June 26, 1941, after being picked by the Selective Service. He served with the 13th Armored Division, 496th Field Artillery Battalion. He trained at Camp Grant and at Fort Knox. On January 18, 1945, Leibold set sail for England. He died on September 25, 1989.

Arrangement

This collection is in eight folders.

Previous Citation

This collection was previously listed as part of MS.1881.

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

Contact:
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville TN 37996 USA
865-974-4480