Harold F. Loomis papers, 1914-1958
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Loomis, Harold F.
- Title
- Harold F. Loomis papers
- Dates
- 1914-1958 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- .48 cubic ft. (2 containers)
- Collection Number
- 03484
- Summary
- Harold F. Loomis served in the artillery in France during WWI and in Europe, Africa, and the Mid-East during WWII. Collection contains correspondence, citations and medals, books, and photographs concerning Loomis' military service.
- 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
Harold F. Loomis (1890-1970) served in the artillery in France during WWI and in Europe, Africa, and the Mid-East during WWII. He retired from service in 1946 as chief of the budget and fiscal section headquarters division of the Army Ground Forces. Loomis was a recipient of the Distinguished Service Medal, the Bronze Star, and the French Legion of Honor.
Content Description
Collection contains correspondence; commendations, citations, and medals; newspaper clippings, books concerning the military such as the U.S. Army Special Orders Book and a booklet about WWII; and photographs of Loomis and other military officers.
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.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Inventories
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 for 2 boxes.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)Container: Box 1-2
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Military.
- World War, 1914-1918.
- World War, 1939-1945.
Corporate Names
- United States. -- Army.
