L. H. Klahn Papers, 1962-1971
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Klahn, L.H., 1945-
- Title
- L. H. Klahn Papers
- Dates
- 1962-1971 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- .80 cubic ft. (3 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 11676
- Summary
- This collection contains the letters from L.H. Klahn Jr. to his family during the Vietnam War. Also included are maps, photographs, and military certificates and VA benefit forms for L.H. Klahn Sr.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Leslie Herman (L.H.) Klahn Jr. served in the Vietnam War. After his service, he studied at the University of Wyoming. During the war, Leslie sent letters home to his parents, as well as to his wife and other family members. He sent postcards and photographs along with his letters when he could, mostly from his time in Hawaii. He served from 1961 until 1968, and by 1971 had moved to Laramie, Wyoming to continue his education. His father, Leslie Herman Klahn Sr., served in the United States Navy in World War II. During his service Klahn Sr. was awarded two Navy Training Course Certificates. He was also promoted to Corporal of the State of Oregon National Guard in 1940. The Klahn family lived in Aurora, Colorado after Leslie Sr. returned from World War II.
Content Description
This collection contains personal correspondence from L.H. Klahn Jr. to his parents while serving in Vietnam. Also included are photographs, certificates and VA documents for his father L.H. Klahn Sr., and maps of South Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
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Restrictions on Use
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Preferred Citation
Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Alternative Forms Available
Existence and Location of CopiesDigital reproductions of this collection are available at https://digitalcollections.uwyo.edu/luna/servlet/uwydbuwy~194~194.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: CorrespondenceDates: 1961-1971, undatedContainer: Box 1-2
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Description: Certificates (for Klahn Sr.)Dates: 1940, 1942Container: Box 2
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Description: Maps - South VietnamDates: January 1, 1968Container: Box 2
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Description: Maps- Southeast AsiaDates: February 1967Container: Box 3
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Description: PhotographsDates: undatedContainer: Box 2
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Description: VA Documents (for Klahn Jr. and Sr.)Dates: 1947, 1963Container: Box 2
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- United States. Navy.
- Veterans.
- Vietnam War, 1961-1975 -- Personal narratives, American
Corporate Names
- University of Wyoming.
Geographical Names
- Aurora (Colo.)
- Laramie (Wyo.)
- Vietnam.
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
- Photographs
