The George Conrad Mergens papers, 1792-1975.

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The George Conrad Mergens papers, 1792-1975.

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Contains the following types of materials: documents, letters, regimental histories, newspapers. Contains information pertaining to the following wars and time periods: 1920s; 1930s; World War II (WWII) -- Pacific; Post-WWII occupation -- Japan; Korean War. Contains information pertaining to the following military units and organization: United States Military Academy (USMA); 58th and 4th Infantry Regiments; Headquarters, IX (9th) Corps Area; 29th Infantry Regiment; 31st Infantry Regiment; Inspector General, Sixth (6th) Army; 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. General description of the collection: The George Conrad Mergens papers include officer's papers spanning West Point days in the 1920s to 2nd Infantry Division activities in Korea. Glimpses of military social life at the Academy, Fort Benning, pre-war Philippines and post-WWII Japan. Extensive material on the 4th Infantry Regiment history; official records from Fort Wright, Washington, 1920s; troopship, 2nd Infantry Division newspapers; and psychological testing samples.

5 boxes.

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