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James Keith papers, 1931/1932

22 items

The James Keith papers consist of the personal papers (22 items) dating from Keith's cadetship, including a scrapbook fragment, three essays written for English and history classes, snapshots (approximately 17 items), and a furlough request.

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James Keith papers, 1931/1932 22 items

Keith, James, 1911-?

The James Keith papers consist of the personal papers (22 items) dating from Keith's cadetship, including a scrapbook fragment, three essays written for English and history classes, snapshots (approximately 17 items), and a furlough request.

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John H. Randolph, Jr. collection, 1938/1945

0.5 cubic feet 1 box

The collection consists of items related to John H. Randolph, Jr., including:

  • Military orders
  • Documents relating to bombing missions
  • Military records
  • Five photographs
The collection also contains information dating from Randolph's VMI cadetship, including material relating to his involvement in the production of the "Second Class Show," and a notebook containing engineering class notes.

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John H. Randolph, Jr. collection, 1938/1945 0.5 cubic feet 1 box

Randolph, John H., Jr. (John Hager), 1921-2003

The collection consists of items related to John H. Randolph, Jr., including:

  • Military orders
  • Documents relating to bombing missions
  • Military records
  • Five photographs
The collection also contains information dating from Randolph's VMI cadetship, including material relating to his involvement in the production of the "Second Class Show," and a notebook containing engineering class notes.

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John L. Couper collection, 1936/1992

4 Linear Feet

This collection consists of items related to John L. Couper, including correspondence (to parents and other family) and two photograph albums documenting service during World War II. The bulk of this collection is dated 1942 to 1946. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including training in Great Britain, field hospital operations in Europe, and comments about daily aspects of war. The photographs document the unit's movements, staff, and activities in England, France and Belgium. In addition, this collection includes a photograph album (1936-1937) dating from Couper's VMI cadetship, and extensive material documenting various VMI Class of 1937 reunions.

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John L. Couper collection, 1936/1992 4 Linear Feet

Couper, John L. (John Lee), 1916-2000

This collection consists of items related to John L. Couper, including correspondence (to parents and other family) and two photograph albums documenting service during World War II. The bulk of this collection is dated 1942 to 1946. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including training in Great Britain, field hospital operations in Europe, and comments about daily aspects of war. The photographs document the unit's movements, staff, and activities in England, France and Belgium. In addition, this collection includes a photograph album (1936-1937) dating from Couper's VMI cadetship, and extensive material documenting various VMI Class of 1937 reunions.

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John M. Willis, Jr. account book, 1932/1933

1 items

This collection consists of the VMI account book of John M. Willis, Jr. that lists expenses for the academic year 1932 to 1933.

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John M. Willis, Jr. account book, 1932/1933 1 items

Willis, John M., Jr. (John Mitchell), 1915-1962

This collection consists of the VMI account book of John M. Willis, Jr. that lists expenses for the academic year 1932 to 1933.

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Joseph D. Dew letters, 1931

21 items

The Joseph D. Dew letters consist of 21 letters (dated February to April 1931) from Joseph D. Dew to his parents, written on board a ship and while touring Europe.

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Joseph D. Dew letters, 1931 21 items

Dew, Joseph D. (Joseph DeJarnette), 1912-1968

The Joseph D. Dew letters consist of 21 letters (dated February to April 1931) from Joseph D. Dew to his parents, written on board a ship and while touring Europe.

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Joseph D. Neikirk collection, 1927/1986

1 Linear Feet

This collection consists of the papers of Joseph D. Neikirk, including:

  • A cadet scrapbook
  • A cadet account book
  • General correspondence and correspondence with VMI alumni
  • Photographs
  • Military records
  • Resolutions and award certificates

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Joseph D. Neikirk collection, 1927/1986 1 Linear Feet

Neikirk, Joseph D. (Joseph Dillard), 1911-1990

This collection consists of the papers of Joseph D. Neikirk, including:

  • A cadet scrapbook
  • A cadet account book
  • General correspondence and correspondence with VMI alumni
  • Photographs
  • Military records
  • Resolutions and award certificates

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Robert A. Lewis papers, 1938/1944

10 Folder Series 1, Correspondence: 5 folders by year; Series 2, VMI Academic and Financial Records: 5 folders by year

This collection consists of two files of personal correspondence, report cards, and miscellaneous records associated with Robert A. Lewis, VMI Class of 1942. The records span between 1938 to 1944.

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Military oral history collection, 2003/2014

12 cubic feet

This oral history collection spans the World War II era through recent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. One interview (Frank Buckles) covers World War I service. The majority of the interviews were conducted by VMI cadets taking courses in military history. The interview files and recordings are housed in the VMI Archives.

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Oral history project, HI-393, 2015 1.3 Gigabytes

This sub-series consists of oral histories of World War II era VMI alumni conducted by cadets taking History 393, World War II, taught by Lieutenant Colonel Bradley L. Coleman (Fall 2015). The interviews cover cadet experiences from the era as well as military service.

  1. World War II

World War II interviews by Lisa Tracy, 2014/2015

This series consists of transcripts of oral history interviews conducted in 2014 to 2015 with VMI alumni who served during World War II. The interviewer is journalist Lisa Tracy. These interviews contain information about cadet life during the War, as well as wartime service of individuals.

  1. World War II
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Otis D. Smith papers, 1929/1932

10 items

The Otis D. Smith papers consist of the personal papers (10 items) of Smith, including:

  • A letter of appointment to VMI (1929)
  • A letter from the Lexington (Virginia) Postmaster explaining why VMI does not have a branch post office
  • Correspondence concerning the purchase of a radio and radio contest
  • Finals program (1933)
  • Two photgraphs
  • A postcard (1929) sent by Superintendent John A. Lejeune to parents of new cadets

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Otis D. Smith papers, 1929/1932 10 items

Smith, Otis D. (Otis David), 1913-1992

The Otis D. Smith papers consist of the personal papers (10 items) of Smith, including:

  • A letter of appointment to VMI (1929)
  • A letter from the Lexington (Virginia) Postmaster explaining why VMI does not have a branch post office
  • Correspondence concerning the purchase of a radio and radio contest
  • Finals program (1933)
  • Two photgraphs
  • A postcard (1929) sent by Superintendent John A. Lejeune to parents of new cadets

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Pleasant H. Bagby cadet scrapbook, 1928/1932

1 items

This collection consists of one scrapbook (1928-1932) compiled by VMI Cadet Pleasant H. Bagby. The scrapbook includes photographs, dance programs, and other VMI memorabilia.

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Pleasant H. Bagby cadet scrapbook, 1928/1932 1 items

Bagby, Pleasant H. (Pleasant Harwood), 1910-?

This collection consists of one scrapbook (1928-1932) compiled by VMI Cadet Pleasant H. Bagby. The scrapbook includes photographs, dance programs, and other VMI memorabilia.

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