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James Stewart writings, approximately 1939-1989

 Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS 2157 Series 1 Sub-Series 6

Scope and Contents

Contains poems and other writings by James Stewart, including his travel diaries from Argentina, Europe, and African safaris. Dated approximately 1939-1989.

Dates

  • Creation: approximately 1939-1989

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use

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Biographical / Historical

From the Collection:

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

7 folders

Language of Materials

English

Related Names

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Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

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