Roy Martin papers, 1935-1945, 1995, 1998, 2003 (bulk 1935-1945).

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Roy Martin papers, 1935-1945, 1995, 1998, 2003 (bulk 1935-1945).

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The Martin papers consist of a biographical sketch (1998), correspondence (letters and postcards, 1935-1945) arranged chronologically, a 2003 eulogy of Martin delivered by his son, Allen, a transcript of an oral history concerning D-Day recorded by Martin in 1995, and report cards from Clemson College (1937, 1939). The May 12, 1998 biographical sketch covers the years 1940-1945, giving an overview of the events covered in the correspondence for that period; it also lists individuals referred to in his letters. The 1935-1939 correspondence describes his life as a student at Clemson College, including his activities as a member of the band and military training as a cadet and member of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC). The 1940-1945 correspondence recounts his various postings in the United States, training as paratrooper and overseas experiences during the war. The latter includes descriptions of English, French, Belgian, German and Austrian rural areas. There is correspondence from his wife, Alma, to Martin's mother for the c.1942-1943 that describes her life as an army wife and her husband's activities.

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Clemson University Libraries, Robert Muldrow Cooper Library

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Clemson University Libraries, Robert Muldrow Cooper Library

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