Walton Walker papers, 1943, 21-22 January 2002, undated.

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Walton Walker papers, 1943, 21-22 January 2002, undated.

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Contains the following types of materials: correspondence / letters, clippings. Contains information pertaining to the following wars: World War II (WWII); Korean War. Contains information pertaining to the following military units: IV (4th) Armored Corps; Eighth (8th) Army. General description of the collection: The Walton Walker general officer's papers consist of a letter regarding the Desert Training Center, Camp Young, California; a letter regarding the increased activity of IV (4th) Armored Corps in preparation for movement to France; an article by a Korean War correspondent about General Walker; a copy of a message recommending General Walker for a medal of honor; and an interview with General Douglas MacArthur which mentions General Walker.

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MacArthur, Douglas, 1880-1964

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Walker, Walton Harris, 1889-1950

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United States. Army. Desert Training Center.

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