Floyd H. Lea Manuscript Collection [DOC MSS 54]
Scope and Contents
This collection provides good descriptions of combat in France as well as of the jubilation attending the armistice on November 11, 1918. It also contains such typical soldiers' documents as call-up and discharge papers.
Dates
- 1917-1919
Creator
- Lea, Floyd H. (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on access to this collection.
Conditions Governing Use
Restrictions may exist on reproduction, quotation, or publication. Please contact the Saint Louis University Archives for details.
Extent
0.10 Linear Feet
14 items other_unmapped
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
This collection contains a diary kept by Floyd Lea while overseas during World War I. It offers vivid pictures both of combat and its aftermath, as well as a harrowing story of a double train wreck that Lea experienced as he made his way home through France. This collection is organized into 3 series:Â 1. Diaries; 2. Ephemera; 3. Photographs.
Source of Acquisition
Purchased from Charles Apfelbaum Rare Manuscripts and Archives
Creator
- Lea, Floyd H. (Person)
- Title
- Floyd H. Lea Manuscript Collection [DOC MSS 54]DOC MSS 54
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
- Language of description note
- eng
Repository Details
Part of the Saint Louis University Archives Repository
Pius XII Memorial Library
3650 Lindell Blvd.
St. Louis Missouri 63108 United States
314-977-3109
archives@slu.edu