Robert W. Lassen papers, 1942-1945

File — Box: 27, Folder: 4

Identifier: MSS 2350 Series 6 Sub-Series 4 File 667

Staff Only

Scope and Contents note

Materials contain papers relating to the military service of Robert W. Lassen during World War II. Includes copies of photographs (1945), letters, telegrams, certificates, personal reflections, etc. In his writing, Lassen recalls serving aboard the U.S.S. Monssen from May 1942 to March 1943, the U.S.S. Trathen from May 1943 to May 1945, and the U.S.S. Miller from June to October 1945. Includes a detailed record of the proceedings of the U.S.S. Trathen while he was on board. Briefly recalls his experience aboard the U.S.S. Monssen. Includes a letter from the Secretary of the Navy to Lassen’s father reporting that Lassen was wounded in battle (1942). Includes a letter presenting Lassen with the Silver Star and an official citation for "gallantry and intrepidity." Also includes a telegram about Lassen's award (1943) and a copied certificate announcing Lassen's crossing of the equator (1943). Dated 1942-1945.

Dates

1942-1945

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.