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Edward L. Munson papers, 1773-1972
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Munson, Edward L. (Edward Lyman), 1904-1967.
- Title
- Edward L. Munson papers
- Dates
- 1773-1972 (inclusive)17731972
1947-1967 (bulk)19471967 - Quantity
- 20.44 cubic feet (37 boxes) + 14 other.
- Collection Number
- 05526
- Summary
- 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.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Additional Information
Partial finding aid available in repository.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Edward Lyman Munson (1904-1967) organized and operated the Army Research branch of the War Department (1941-1942), organized and operated the Army Information Division, and was chief of the Army Pictorial Service. Following his retirement from the military, he was director of the NBC Film Division, an executive in the motion picture industry, and director of Television Operations of NBC Television.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Edward L. Munson papers contain biographical information, awards and citations, articles by Edward L. Munson, books concerning the military and war, and correspondence (1947-1967). Flags, decorations and other memorabilia are included. The collection contains more than 400 war posters, pen and ink etchings, and other drawings and notebooks. The collection also contains photographs and albums depicting those prominent in the military, as well as friends and family of Edward L. Munson. Motion pictures found in the collection include: "A Star is Born," "Appointment in Tokyo," "General MacArthur," "Here is Germany," "Know Your Allies Britain," "Know Your Enemy Japan," "The Negro Soldier," and "Why We Fight" training films. The collection also contains phonograph records of the Armed Forces Radio Service Basic Musical Library, Yank Swing Lesson, Series H. Programs, and other music. Also included in the collection are general order documents, deeds, programs for award ceremonies, and reports concerning the war department, military, television film, producers reports, 20th Century Fox Film Corporation, television network, and personal reports.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
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 select material from this collection are available at https://digitalcollections.uwyo.edu/luna/servlet/uwydbuwy~198~198.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Container List (PDF)Return to Top
The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
| Description |
|---|
World War I postersReturn to Top
Select posters have been digitized and made available online. For a full listing of all posters please see link to the Container List.
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Folder | ||
| Map Drawer | 6 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 7 | 1917 | |
| Map Drawer | 8 | 1917-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 9 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 11 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 12 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 13 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 14 | 1917 | |
| Map Drawer | 16 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 18 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 20 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 21 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 22 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 25 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 27 | 1917-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 37 | 1914-1920 | |
| Map Drawer | 39 | 1914-1920 |
World War II postersReturn to Top
Select posters have been digitized and made available online. For a full listing of all posters please see link to the Container List.
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Folder | ||
| Map Drawer | 1939-1945 | ||
| Map Drawer | 1939-1945 | ||
| Map Drawer | 1939-1945 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Military history -- United States -- 20th century.
- Motion picture producers and directors -- United States -- 20th century.
- Television producers and directors -- United States -- 20th century.
- War posters, American.
- World War, 1914-1918 -- Propaganda.
- World War, 1939-1945 -- Propaganda.
