G. Vernon McCracken papers

Collection

Identifier: ACCN 2088

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The G. Vernon McCracken papers consist of a collection of correspondence and memorabilia from his service in the 84th Naval Construction Battalion during World War II. Also included are issues of The Coral Sea Bee, a newsletter of the 84th Naval Construction Battalion.

Dates

1943-1945

Creator

McCracken, G. Vernon (Grover Vernon), 1919-2001 (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.

Conditions Governing Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Biographical Note

G. Vernon McCracken (1919-2001) was a commissioned officer with the National Guard, a member of the VFW, and a member of the American Legion. He worked for the Employment Security Commission, the Arizona Laborer's Training Center, and the Arizona Industrial Commission.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet (1 Folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The G. Vernon McCracken papers (1943-1945) consist of a collection of correspondence and memorabilia from his service in the 84th Naval Construction Battalion during World War II.