Robert Hornbuckle athletic memorabilia, 1951-1953
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Hornbuckle, Robert Bruce
- Date:
- 1951-1953
- Extent:
- .75 Linear Feet (2 boxes and 1 oversized folder)
- Language:
- English
- Preferred citation:
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[Item, box, folder], [Collection title, UA#], University Archives, University of Georgia
Background
- Scope and content:
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The collection consists of photographs, clippings, programs, and track shoes belonging to Robert "Bob" Hornbuckle. Materials primarily date from the early 1950's.
- Biographical / historical:
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Robert Bruce Hornbuckle (1930-2008) was a University of Georgia student who was a member of the track team and football team in 1950 and 1951. After graduation, he enslited in the Air Force and was a pilot during the Korean War. After returning to civiliar life in 1957, he opened Bob's Shoe Store in downtown Valdosta, Georgia, which he operated until the late 1960's.
Access and use restrictions
- Preferred citation:
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[Item, box, folder], [Collection title, UA#], University Archives, University of Georgia