Sidney Samuel Thomas papers, 1943-1945

Summary

Creator:
Thomas, Sidney Samuel, 1923-2012
Date:
1943-1945
Extent:
6 Linear Feet 11 document boxes, 1 oversized box
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Sidney Samuel Thomas papers, ms2988, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of the correspondence of Sidney Samuel Thomas, a sergeant in the United States Army. The majority of the correspondence consists of letters written by Thomas while serving as a cryptographer in Cayenne, French Guiana to his mother, Mrs. S.S. Thomas, his sister, Mrs. Sybil Gunn, and his aunt, Mrs. J.H. McGraw. In his letters, Thomas describes his duties as a cryptographer, his daily routine, army life, as well as family and community issues in Athens. There is some mention of war news and politics, as well as numerous references to popular movies and books of the era. Also included are postcards, two scrapbooks, and some theater programs.

Biographical / historical:

Sidney Samuel Thomas was a cryptographer during World War II with the 155th AACS Squadron, U.S. Army. He resided in Athens, Georgia.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

Sidney Samuel Thomas papers, ms2988, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.