"My Stretch In The Service", 1943-1946
Scope and Contents
Madsen describes his basic training at Camp Roberts, his officer training school at Fort Benning, his instruction as tactical officer, his voyage aboard the U.S.S. West Point, his experiences as a member of the occupation forces in Germany, a religious ceremony at the Bamberg Cathedral, his thoughts on the Jewish refugee problem, the birth of David Brigham Madsen, his experiences as historian for the Military Government of Munich, his thoughts on fraternization, and several sight-seeing trips in Germany.
Dates
- Creation: 1943-1946
Creator
- From the Collection: Madsen, Brigham D. (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.
Extent
From the Collection: 77 Linear Feet (145 boxes, 1 oversize folder, and 3 microfilm reels)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository
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