World War I

Creator:

Harris, Oliver E., Howard, Richard J. (Richard Jackson), ?-1916, and George V, King of Great Britain, 1865-1936

Extent:

3 items

Scope and content:

The Oliver E. Harris material (one item) consists of a printed postcard that features the achievements of the 1st Division, Allied Expeditionary Forces.

The Richard J. Howard material (two items) consists of documents from the British government sent to Howard's mother that relate to his war service. One item details the receipt of medals while the other is a document from King George V recognizing his service.

Language:

English .

Biographical / historical:

Oliver E. Harris was from Rockbridge County, Virginia. He served in Company H., 18th Infantry, 1st Division, American Expeditionary Forces.

Richard J. Howard, VMI Class of 1915, was a Second Lieutenant, British Expeditionary Forces, Black Watch. He was killed in action in France on March 17, 1916.

Subjects:

World War, 1914-1918
United States. Army—American Expeditionary Forces
Great Britain. -- Army. -- British Expeditionary Force
Postcards

Names:

Harris, Oliver E.
Harris, Oliver E.
Howard, Richard J. (Richard Jackson), ?-1916
George V, King of Great Britain, 1865-1936

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