Knight, Charles Louis

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Charles Knight discusses his experiences during the First World War. Included in the discussions are his recollections of basic training, his responsibilities guarding prisoners and the different types of prisoners held in confinement. Knight served in the United States Army for six months before contracting the flu and being medically discharged. He mentions the entertainment and recreation provided to American soldiers. Knight also explains his justification for joining the war effort, outlook on life and contacts with fellow veterans of the war.

From the description of Oral history interview with Charles L. Knight [sound recording], 1983 June 28 (Murray State University). WorldCat record id: 503105324

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creatorOf Knight, Charles L. Oral history interview with Charles L. Knight [sound recording], 1983 June 28 Murray State University, Waterfield Library
creatorOf Day, Robert Henry, 1867-1933. Papers 1846-1936. Ohio History Connection, Ohio Historical Society
creatorOf Battles, D. Blake,. Papers. Ohio History Connection, Ohio Historical Society
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associatedWith Day, Robert Henry, 1867-1933. person
associatedWith United States. Army corporateBody
associatedWith Watson, John, person
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Kentucky--Barlow
United States
Camp Taylor (Louisville, Ky.)
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Military training camps
Soldiers
World War, 1914-1918
World War, 1914-1918 -Prisoners and prisons, German
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Active 1936

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