James Stewart genealogy and family papers, 1862-1994
Scope and Contents
Contains materials on the family and genealogy of James Stewart, including copies. Includes Civil War pension records and recollections, correspondence on genealogies, memorials, clippings, the will of Alexander M. Stewart, and other files related to genealogy. Also includes James Stewart's home movie recordings of family vacations, hunting trips, and gatherings. Original materials dated 1862 to 1994.
Dates
- Creation: 1862-1994
Creator
- Stewart, James, 1908-1997 (creator, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Open for public research.
Conditions Governing Use
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Please direct any questions to Reference Services at specialcollections@byu.edu.
Biographical / Historical
James Maitland "Jimmy" Stewart (May 20, 1908–July 2, 1997) was an American film and stage actor, best known for his self-effacing persona. Over the course of his career, he starred in many films widely considered classics and was nominated for five Academy Awards, winning one in competition and receiving one Lifetime Achievement award. He was a major MGM contract star. He also had a noted military career as a World War II Army Air Corps and Vietnam War Air Force Reserve veteran, who rose to the rank of Brigadier General in the United States Air Force Reserve.
Extent
20 folders
3 oversize folders
4 film reels
17 film boxes
2 sheets
Language of Materials
English
Subject
- Stuart family (Family)
- Stewart, James, 1908-1997 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States