LaRoy S. Upton papers, 1887-1927.

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LaRoy S. Upton papers, 1887-1927.

Letters by Upton, a career U.S. Army officer, describing travels, assignments, and the local scene at domestic posts, in Cuba (1899-1902), in the Philippines (1906-1908), and in France during World War I (1917-1918). Also present are his West Point academic reports (1887-1889), an assemblage of commendations and distinguished service citations, and biographical data and related miscellany.

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