Mack Day Collection
This collection documents Mack Day's World War II military service in the European Theater of War. The collection contains correspondence, approximately 160 photographs, maps, souvenir cards, and military documents particularly from Day's time in France.
Dates
- 1939-1946
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 (9 folders)
Overview
This collection documents Mack Day's World War II military service in the European Theater of War. The collection contains correspondence, approximately 160 photographs, maps, souvenir cards, and military documents particularly from Day's time in France.
Biographical / Historical
Victor McClean "Mack" Day II fought in the European Theater of World War II. Day was born on November 28, 1923, in Mamaroneck, New York. After graduating from the New York Military Academy, Mack joined the U.S. Army and fought in the 3rd Infantry Regiment as First Sergeant. After World War II, he fought in the Korean War as a Commissioned Officer. Upon his military discharge, Day worked with Wometco International and Pepsi Cola Bottling Operation. Day was married to Jonnie Day (1924-2014). Day died on June 16, 2011, and is buried in Martin County, Florida.
Arrangement
This collection is in nine 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