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Hinckley, Thomas Kent, 1933-2010

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1933 - 2010

Biographical History

Thomas Kent Hinckley (1933-2010) was a geography professor in Utah.

Thomas Kent Hinckley was born on December 11, 1933 in Provo, Utah to George Marion Hinckley and Nita Johnson. He also served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to the Western Canadian Mission between 1954 and 1956. He then completed his undergraduate degree in 1958 at Brigham Young University. He also received a master's degree from the University of Pittsburgh and a doctorate from the University of Western Ontario.

After completing his doctoral degree, Hinckley worked for the United States Air Force for fifteen years, serving in Vietnam and teaching at the Air Force Academy. He joined the Brigham Young University faculty in 1972, retiring after 25 years.

Hinckley passed away on September 12, 2010.

Citation:
Comparisons of selected aerial photographs and topographic maps, 1963: t.p. (Thomas Kent Hinckley)

Transcontinental rails, 1969: t.p. (Thomas Kent Hinckley)

Personal papers collection, 1934-2002 (Thomas Kent Hinckley)

Letters, 1968-1975 (Thomas Kent Hinckley)

Sequential visual imagery to assess change, 1981: t.p. (Thomas Kent Hinckley)

Brown Family Mortuary website, via WWW, Dec. 12, 2014 (Thomas Kent Hinckley; b. Dec. 11, 1933 in Provo, Utah; parents: George Marion and Nita Johnson Hinckley; m. Oct. 1958 to Sharon Sims, later divorced; m. Apr. 23, 1977 to Tamara Jones in Salt Lake Temple; served 15 years in U.S. Air Force in Vietnam; taught at Air Force Academy; geography professor at Brigham Young University, 25 years; member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, served as bishop; d. Sept. 12, 2010)

FamilySearch, 12 July 2010 (Thomas Hinckley; b. 6 Mar 1933; d. 15 Feb 1997)

Found in 10 Collections and/or Records:

Thomas Kent Hinckley papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 3788
Abstract

Thomas Kent Hinckley was a professor of geography at Brigham Young University from 1972-1994. His papers include his professional, personal, and church papers.

Dates: 1887-2004

Thomas Kent Hinckley papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA 1036
Scope and Contents Materials document Hinckley's involvement in many different aspects of his life. The majority of these files deal with his profession as a geographer and as a professor at Brigham Young University. These professional files include correspondence, professional articles and research material, professional projects such as maps and map-making material, and class notes and material. Also documented in this collection is Hinckley's involvement and interest in other areas, including organs, music,...
Dates: 1934-2002

Thomas Kent Hinckley correspondence, 1967-1999

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 1036 Series 4
Scope and Contents

Contains personal and professional correspondence by Hinckley.

Dates: 1967-1999

Thomas Kent Hinckley papers addendum, 1960-1995

 Series
Identifier: UA 1036 Series 10
Scope and Contents

Contains correspondence, notes, music, and other materials related to Hinckley's professional work. Includes information on church music, geography instruction, and printing.

Dates: 1960-1995

Thomas Kent Hinckley papers addendum, approximately 1972-2002

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 1036 Series 11
Scope and Contents

Contains slides, correspondence, maps, and other materials related to Hinckley.

Dates: approximately 1972-2002

Thomas Kent Hinckley papers on Arthur Henry King, 1992-1995

 Series — Box 6: Series 3; Series 4 [Barcode: 31197225550075], Folder: 1-3
Identifier: UA 1036 Series 3
Scope and Contents

Contains information collected by Hinckley on Arthur Henry King.

Dates: 1992-1995

Thomas Kent Hinckley papers on Church music, approximately 1972-2002

 Sub-Series — Box 28: Series 10 [Barcode: 31197225550299]
Identifier: UA 1036 Series 10 Sub-Series 5

Thomas Kent Hinckley professional correspondence, 1967-1995

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 1036 Series 10 Sub-Series 2
Scope and Contents

Contains professional correspondence by Hinckley, including materials related to maps and equipment orders.

Dates: 1967-1995

Thomas Kent Hinckley professional papers and articles, 1980-1984

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 1036 Series 10 Sub-Series 1
Scope and Contents

Contains dissertation, reviews, correspondence, and other materials related to Hinckley's research and writing. Includes information on printing and literature.

Dates: 1980-1984

Thomas Kent Hinckley subject files, 1815-1830, 1883-2002

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 1036 Series 2
Scope and Contents

Contains subject materials related to a range of topics, including geography, printing, and the Hinckley family.

Dates: 1815-1830; 1883-2002

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  • Subject: Letters X

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Type
Archival Object 8
Collection 2
 
Subject
Geography -- Study and teaching -- Utah -- Provo 9
Colleges and Universities 5
Education 5
Organists 4
Articles 3