Rodney Jackson papers, 1994-1995, approximately 1943

File — Box: 7, Folder: 23

Identifier: MSS 2350 Series 6 Sub-Series 4 File 201

Staff Only

Scope and Contents note

Materials contain a letter from Rodney Jackson with details of his military service in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Includes a short history of the U.S.S. Mount Hood, which Jackson served on before it exploded in a horrific accident. Also includes a history of the U.S.S. Marcus Island which he served on for the duration of the war, most notably at Leyte Gulf. Contains a lithograph of the Escort Carrier, U.S.S. Marcus Island, and a photocopy of a plaque given to Jackson commemorating his service during the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Photograph shows him in military dress. Dated approximately 1943 and 1994-1995.

Dates

1994-1995
approximately 1943

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Open for public research.

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