Elmer F. Martin collection, 1940-1997, undated (bulk 1940-1950).

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Elmer F. Martin collection, 1940-1997, undated (bulk 1940-1950).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/780058176

The Elmer F. Martin collection consists of correspondence between Martin and his family and friends during World War II (WWII) and postwar and with United States (U.S.) government officials following the war. The collection contains pay allotment records, Veterans Administration certificates, and life insurance applications. Official documents regarding his wounded status and his recovery are also included. Postcards collected after the war and photographs of unit members and battle scenes conclude the collection.

2 boxes.

U.S. Army Heritage & Education Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 8208552

U.S. Army Heritage & Education Center

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United States. Veterans Administration

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United States. Army. Infantry Regiment, 275th. Company I

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United States. Army. Infantry Division, 70th

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United States. Army. Infantry Regiment, 275th

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United States. Army

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Martin, Elmer Fred, b. 1922.

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Private First Class Elmer F. Martin was a member of the U.S. Army during World War II. Martin was educated in several Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs. After training at Camp Croft, South Carolina, he was assigned to I Company, 275th Infantry Regiment, 70th Infantry Division. Martin was wounded twice in combat following the Battle of the Bulge. He was discharged from the U.S. Army on 2 August 1945. From the description of Elmer F. Martin collection, 1940-1997, undated (...