Lymon Van Winkle Collection
This collection, documenting Lymon Van Winkle's World War II service, contains a copy of the publication "A Combat Diary of the 291st Infantry Regiment" and two photographs, one showing a group of soldiers loading a mortar and the other showing two soldiers next to road signs in German.
Dates
- 1944-1945
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
0.1 Linear Feet (2 folders)
Overview
This collection, documenting Lymon Van Winkle's World War II service, contains a copy of the publication "A Combat Diary of the 291st Infantry Regiment" and two photographs, one showing a group of soldiers loading a mortar and the other showing two soldiers next to road signs in German.
Biographical / Historical
Lymon Van Winkle fought in World War II as a soldier in the 291st Infantry Regiment with the U.S. Army. He was active in the European Theater though exact dates and locations are unknown.
Arrangement
This collection is in two 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