Oral history interview, 1971-1973.

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Oral history interview, 1971-1973.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/32819151

Topics include Devereux's early life, family, education, and early service in the Marine Corps; Japanese capture of Wake Island at the outset of World War II and Devereux's subsequent experience as a prisoner of war; pre-war Marine duty in Peking, China; resumption of Marine Corps duties from 1945 to 1948; campaigns and service as a four term Congressman (1951-1959); official travel; unsuccessful run for governor in 1958; duties as Baltimore County public safety director under county executive Spiro Agnew and characterization of Agnew; and activities after retirement, particularly horse breeding.

Typescript : 17 p.Tape : cassette (5 hrs.)

Maryland historical society

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Maryland historical society

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