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George C. Marshall letter
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: George C. Marshall letter | |
| Creator: Marshall, George C. (George Catlett), 1880-1959 | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1927 November 14 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) | |
| Collection Number: ms3587 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
George C. Marshall (1880-1959) was an American military leader, Chief of Staff of the Army, Secretary of State, and the third Secretary of Defense. General Marshall served as the United States Army Chief of Staff during World War II and as the chief military adviser to President Franklin D. Roosevelt. As Secretary of State, his name was given to the Marshall Plan, and he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1953 for this.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of one letter: dated Fort Benning, Georgia, November 14, 1927, signed by George Marshall, regarding Marshall's new appointment as Assistant Commander of the Infantry School in Fort Benning, Georgia.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
George C. Marshall letter, ms3587, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2016.