Memoir, 1944-1990.

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Memoir, 1944-1990.

Contains Weaver's artwork and detailed memoir related to his war experiences. Discusses his entrance into the military and his training at Fort Custer, Michigan and Fort Lewis, Washington. Includes details of his engineering training as well as his observations of black soldiers. Mentions his short stay in Hawaii, his long voyage across the Pacific, and building or repairing roads in the Philippines. Contains his observations and experiences in Japan during the occupation. Discusses his sea-voyage back to the US after the war. Also contains copies of the Saints At War information sheets for his other family members who served during the war.

1 folder (26 p.)

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Saints at War.

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Weaver, Max Dickson, 1917-

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Max D. Weaver earned his M.A. degree in 1955 from Utah State University. From the description of Max D. Weaver thesis, 1955. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 367956410 Served in the US Army during World War II from 1944-1946. Weaver was assigned to the 1629th Engineer Construction Battalion. His assignments included battalion artist and the company commander's chauffeur. He achieved the rank of technician 5th grade. From the description of Memoir, 1944-1990. (Brigh...

U.S. Army Engineer School

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