James Stewart media collection, 1940-1997
Scope and Contents
Contains miscellaneous audiovisual recordings collect by James Stewart, including audio tapes, videocassettes, and films. Topics include wars, Hollywood stars, world events, and other topics related to Stewart's career. Recordings do not feature Stewart. Dated 1940-1997.
Dates
- Creation: 1940-1997
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
1 film box
3 film reels
1 sound tape reel
3 sound cassettes
14 videocassettes
Language of Materials
English
Subject
Genre / Form
Topical
Repository Details
Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States