General William W. Buchanan oral history transcript, after 1969
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Frank, Benis M.
- Date:
- after 1969
- Extent:
- 1 folder(s) (2 items)
- Language:
- English
- Preferred citation:
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General William W. Buchanan oral history transcript, ms691, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Background
- Scope and content:
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The collection consists of the transcript of a taped interview with retired Brigadier General William W. Buchanan, conducted by Mr. Benis M. Frank, for the Marine Corps Oral History Program (1969). The interview concerns Buchanan's career in the Marine Corps, including his World War II experiences at Tarawa, Saipan, Okinawa, and Iwo Jima. Also included is a typewritten letter (dated February 22, 1971) from F.C. Caldwell, explaining the transcript and the Oral History Program established by the United States Marine Corps.
Indexed terms
- Subjects:
- Transcripts.
- Names:
- United States. Marine Corps
Buchanan, William W.
Access and use restrictions
- Preferred citation:
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General William W. Buchanan oral history transcript, ms691, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.