LaVerd John papers, 2002-2003, 1943-1946

File — Box: 35, Folder: 5

Identifier: MSS 2350 Series 6 Sub-Series 1 File 803

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Materials contain an account of the World War II experiences of LaVerd John stationed at Biak Island, off the coast of New Guinea. He relates his experiences as a Latter-day Saint soldier, including sharing his religious beliefs with fellow servicemen. He also describes the reaction of rural Japanese communities to seeing a Caucasian for the first time. Includes several photocopied photographs from John's military service, as well as a photocopied article featuring John. Dated 1943-1946, 2002-2003.

Dates

2002-2003
1943-1946

Conditions Governing Access

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Saints at War Project records must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Coordinating Committee.