Records of the Office of the Judge Advocate General (Army). 1792 - 2010. Court-Martial Case File and Related Correspondence of the Court-Martial of Private Eddie Slovik

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Records of the Office of the Judge Advocate General (Army). 1792 - 2010. Court-Martial Case File and Related Correspondence of the Court-Martial of Private Eddie Slovik

1944-1981

https://catalog.archives.gov/id/2125407

This series consists of transcripts and other records of the court-martial (CM) and execution of Private Eddie Slovik (CM 290498) for desertion. The records include affidavits, exhibits, general orders, case reviews, and reports relating to the execution. Also included is a copy of "Liberty" magazine and correspondence from individuals seeking information about the case.

10 linear inches

eng, Latn

National Archives at College Park

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SNAC Resource ID: 6429194

National Archives at College Park

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Slovik, Edward Donald, 1920-1945

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Edward "Eddie" Donald Slovik (February 18, 1920 – January 31, 1945) was a United States Army soldier during World War II and the only American soldier to be court-martialled and executed for desertion since the American Civil War. Although over 21,000 American soldiers were given varying sentences for desertion during World War II, including 49 death sentences, Slovik's death sentence was the only one that was carried out. During World War II, 1.7 million courts-martial were held, representi...