Manuscript Collection
William Douglas Beer - Accession 290 - M123 (156)
Files
Identifier
Accession 290 - M123 (156)
Inclusive Dates
1918-1919
Restrictions
Open under the rules and regulations of the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections
Collection Size
20 pieces
Language
English;
Historical Note
William Douglas Beer was born in Columbia, Missouri on September 20, 1891 and died on February 4, 1950. He served in the US Army during World War I
Scope and Content Note
The William Douglas Beer Journals collection consists of photocopied journals which are accounts of Mr. Beer’s preparation for and participation in World War I. The journal gives an account of the hardships of war and its effects on American soldiers. Willie Beer was born in Columbia, Missouri on September 20, 1891 and died on February 4, 1950.
Provenance
The William Douglas Beer Journal was given as a gift to the Archives on November 28, 1979 by Patricia Lee Beer.
Copyright
For information concerning copyright please contact the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections at Winthrop University.
Finding Aid Citation
Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections, Winthrop University, "William Douglas Beer - Accession 290 - M123 (156)". Finding Aid 217.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/manuscriptcollection_findingaids/217
LC Subject Headings
Beer, William Douglas, 1891-1950; World War, 1914-1918--Diaries; World War, 1914-1918--Personal narratives; World War, 1914-1918--Military life
