Collections : [Virginia Military Institute Archives]

The annual reports of the Superintendent contain a detailed account of the activities for each academic year. The 19th century through mid-20th century reports are an excellent primary source for exploring the administrative and academic history of the Institute. In addition to annual reports, special reports were occasionally issued to provide details about specific topics; and "semi-annual" reports were published during parts of the 19th century to provide the results of mid-year examinations and other mid-year updates.

Primarily historical records documenting the operation of the Virginia Military Institute Library. Includes historical printed catalogs and accessions books, subject files, annual reports of the Librarian, photographss.

The Leonard T. Gerow papers consist of documents and photographs (approximately 120 items) from the military career of United States Army General Gerow. The collection includes correspondence with General Dwight D. Eisenhower, autobiographical material, speeches (1945 to 1948), and photographs. Material complementary to this collection is in Gerow's student/alumni file, which is located in the VMI Archives.

The Archibald M. Fauntleroy papers consist of one testimonial letter (dated September 2, 1857) written by Superintendent Francis H. Smith on behalf of Fauntleroy, and one drawing by Cadet Fauntleroy that was completed for a class assignment at VMI.

Historically significant subject files spanning the administrations of multiple Superintendents. These topical files cover various historical eras; topics include areas such as planning, programs, and events.

The Stonewall Jackson papers consist primarily of the personal papers of Civil War General Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson (1824-1863). The bulk of the letters date from the pre-Civil War period and concern professional, personal, and domestic matters, including many in which Jackson writes about his religious faith, his concerns about health and diet, and his family.

Materials documenting the history of major (football, basketball) and other sports. Includes historical athletic Association minutes; printed material such as programs and media guides; emphemera; research material on athletic history used by Thomas W. Davis for his book; and other material documenting the history of intercollegiate athletics at VMI.

This collection consists of:

• Original propaganda leaflets directed at the Japanese troops and civilians (1945)
• Personal correspondence written to John K. Davis' parents that largely concerns family matters (1945-1946)
• Formal photographs of Davis from his cadetship, United States Army career, and civilian career
• Amateur snapshots of Manila, Philippines and surrounding area (circa 1945)
• Maps of Japanese cities issued to officers (1945)
• A "Guide to Japan" (September 1945)
• Other printed material

The bulk consists of reel-to-reel tapes and cassettes created by the Public Relations Office (now Communications and Marketing) which recorded VMI events. Also includes Glee Club LPs (1950's-60's) and misc. other audio (e.g. Flapjack Blues played by Frank Pancake).