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Albert G. Clayton papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2421

Scope and Contents

The Albert G. Clayton papers (2007) consist of a transcription of Clayton's original World War 1 diary from 1917-1919. The transcription was edited by Willard Smith. Included is a CD of the diary, edited diary, pockety notebook, and other supporting materials.

Dates

  • 2007

Creator

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 / Historical

Albert G. Clayton was born in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1894. He served in the military in World War I. He was severely wounded in 1918. He died in 1971 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Reference: Utah Historical Society.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The Albert G. Clayton papers (2007) consist of a transcription of Clayton's original World War 1 diary.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated by Willard C. Smith in 2008.

Existence and Location of Originals

Original diary located at the Utah State Historical Society (Mss B 2074).

Processing Information

Creator

Title
Inventory of the Albert G. Clayton papers
Author
Finding aid written by Gina C Giang.
Date
2024
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
The finding aid was written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

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