John Spears diaries - Archives West

Overview of the Collection

Creator: Spears, John
Title: John Spears diaries
Dates: 1938-1944 (inclusive)
19381944
Quantity: 1.5 linear feet
Collection Number: Coll 097
Summary: Consists of daily diaries, 1938-1944, detailing his language studies at U.C.L.A., park work, and soldier life after joining the Army in 1942 and being stationed for a time in England.
Repository: University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu
Access Restrictions: Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
Additional Reference Guides: See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
Languages: English

Historical Note

California park ranger.

Content Description

Consists of daily diaries, 1938-1944, detailing his language studies at U.C.L.A., park work, and soldier life after joining the Army in 1942 and being stationed for a time in England.

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Administrative Information

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Detailed Description of the Collection

Description: Guide to the John Spears Diaries

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Subject Terms

World War, 1939-1945--Campaigns--England
World War, 1939-1945--personal narratives

Corporate Names

United States. Army
University of California, Los Angeles

Geographical Names

Yosemite National Park (Calif.)

John Spears diaries , 1938-1944

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