Virginia Cooper Westall Taylor papers, 1918-1992.

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Virginia Cooper Westall Taylor papers, 1918-1992.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/123379143

Writings, correspondence, printed matter, photographs, and maps, relating to the American Expeditionary Force to Siberia during the Russian Civil War. Includes a book-length typescript study. Also includes extensive transcripts of reminiscences by General Robert L. Eichelberger, relating to his early military service in Siberia and elsewhere, and to his recollections of General Douglas MacArthur during World War II and the Korean War.

6 ms. boxes, 1 oversize box.

Stanford University, Hoover Institution Library

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Stanford University, Hoover Institution Library

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