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Thomas Heath collection
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Thomas Heath collection | |
| Creator: Heath, Vivian | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1938-1953 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1.4 Linear Feet 1 document box, 1 oversized box | |
| Collection Number: ms2263 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
First Lt. Tommy Heath served in Europe in World War II and was killed in the Korean War. Heath was born in Tonkawa, Oklahoma in 1918 and graduated from high school there in 1938. He graduated from Northern Oklahoma Junior College in 1940. He worked as an athletic coach and later an ROTC instructor at Mercer University in Macon. He married Vivian Deen of Alma, Georgia in 1947. Heath saw action at the Normandy beachhead and earned his commission while in Europe. In November 1950 he was sent overseas and was wounded on February 17, 1951. He chose to return to active duty and was killed on Heartbreak Ridge on September 21, 1951.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of a scrapbook compiled by Vivian Heath which includes most of the non-official records of First Lt. Tommy Heath's stay in Korea, as well as earlier clippings and keepsakes.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Thomas Heath collection, ms2263, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2009 July 31.