Autobiographies
Found in 2078 Collections and/or Records:
Alma Heaton papers, approximately 2001
Materials contain a chapter of Alma Heaton's memoir entitled "Army Experiences", as well as two cassette tapes in which Heaton is interviewed by Don Norton. In the memoir, Heaton talks about being deferred from the draft because his father was dead and later volunteering for the Army. Also describes training in California and North Carolina, and marrying his wife during his first furlough. Dated approximately 2001.
Alma Lehi Keiser materials, approximately 2001, 1939-1945
Material contains a brief biography about Alma Lehi Keiser regarding his service in the U.S. Army during World War II from 1944-1945. Includes in fd. one: typescript memoir; fd. two: photographs of Keiser serving in France during World War II; fd. three: currency including one German "Rentenmark" note, one French twenty Franc note; fd. four: militaria including World War II pins, badges, ribbons, and medals. Dated 1939-1945, approximately 2001.
Alma R. Dunford papers, 1945
File contains materials relating to the service of Alma R. Dunford in the U.S. Army’s 99th Ordnance Bomb Disposal Squadron during World War II. Materials include a memoir, photocopies of military documents, and a typewritten letter. Materials include accounts of Alma R. Dunford's service in Okinawa, Japan. Dunford relates his experience disposing of a truckload of munitions when several tons of ordnance exploded, killing over twenty-five soldiers and civilians. Dated 1945.
Almon Ellett memoir and photographs, 1917-1919
Materials contain a brief memoir about Almon Ellett, his service in the U.S. Army during World War I, and his life after the war. Includes original and photocopied photographs of Almon Ellet. Dated 1917-1919.
Alumni Association records on deceased alumni
Contains information on deceased alumni gathered by the Alumni Association. It consists primarily of obituaries and student information sheets which contain vital information on the deceased. Birth dates, marriage dates, death dates, dates of attendance at Brigham Young University, and spousal and family information should be recognizable by viewing the obituary and included student information of each deceased alumni.
Alvin A. Gabrielsen papers, approximately 2003
File includes a detailed account of war memories from Alvin A. Gabrielsen on the countries of France, the United States, and Germany. Dated approximately 2003.
Alvin R. Carlson papers, approximately 1997
Alwyn Spencer Hill memoir, 1988
Materials contain a memoir with descriptions of Alwyn Spencer Hill's life before the army, his induction and initial training, deployment to France, brief combat experiences with his artillery unit, and his station on the French Riviera during World War II. Also gives brief description of his post-war life. Dated 1988.