Robert Wilbar Wilson papers 1912-1975

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Robert Wilbar Wilson papers 1912-1975

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The papers comprise correspondence, subject files, photographs, and memorabilia documenting aspects of Robert Wilbar Wilson's student years at Yale, his military service, and post-war business endeavors.

2 linear feet (2 boxes)

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Yale University. Department of Manuscripts and Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 6351745

Yale University. Department of Manuscripts and Archives

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Yale University. Alumni

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Wilson, Robert W. (Robert Wilbar), 1893-1975

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Robert Wilbar Wilson was born on August 25 or 26, 1893, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the son of Edwin E. and E. Loretta Wilbar Wilson. He earned his B.A. degree from Yale in 1916. He joined the Army in May 1917, and served through 1922. He then entered sales promotion work in the pharmaceutical industry and rubber manufacturing. In June 1941 he rejoined the Army and was involved in planning the invasions of Normandy and Japan. Wilson was appointed deputy administrator of the Veterans Administrat...