George J. Carr Papers and Photographs
1961-1968
WVM Mss 686
0.7 linear ft. (1 archives box and 1 flat box) of papers, 0.1 linear ft. (7 folders) of photographs, 0.1 linear ft. (3 folders) of paper prints.
Wisconsin Veterans Museum
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Papers and photographs of George J. Carr, a private who served in Battery B of the 4th Battalion, 42nd Artillery and was killed in action during the Vietnam War. Collection consists largely of the letters that Carr wrote home to his family during his time in Vietnam leading up to his death. Transcriptions of the letters by his mother Lillian accompany the originals. Also included are poems written by Carr during his military service. Many of the poems reflect his Catholic faith and all reveal a young man overwhelmed by the chaotic surroundings he found in Vietnam. Condolence letters from Army personnel describing the circumstances of his death, forms regarding the disposition of his personal belongings, and a funeral register document Carr's death and funeral. Photographs include shots of Carr from childhood through his military service.
English
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