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Army Signal Corps photographs of World War II

 File — Box: 4, Folder: 4
Identifier: 000-501(8)-0030 - 000-501(8)-0160

Scope and Contents

This material was collected by Frank Kessler, who along with fellow Corpsmen, photographed their surroundings and experiences during World War II. Following Frank's death, his brother Lee discovered the photographs, and with Tony Hillerman, published a selection in the 2004 book: Kilroy was There. Many of the images have captions on the photo back; others are marked "Secret" or "Confidential." Subjects range from views of soldiers and tanks, often at work.

Researchers are advised that many images are graphic and include views of dying and dead soldiers. Some photos were not included in the publication.

UNM does not hold copyright to this group of photographs.

Dates

  • 1944-2009

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 706 items (4 boxes, 1 folder) : 367 photographic prints, 218 slides, 69 transparencies, 36 digital images, 11 negatives, 4 posters, 1 map

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451