Finding Aid for the Edward Feagins World War II Memoir, 1943-1946


MS-2634

University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN


Collection processed by: Rachel Tinker, September 27, 2005.
Finding Aid written by: Rachel Tinker, September 27, 2005.
Encoded by: Elizabeth Dunham, July 28, 2006.

Summary Information
Title: Edward Feagins World War II Memoir

Date/Date Range :   1943-1946

Extent: 0.1 linear feet

Abstract:
The Edward Feagins World War II Memoir, 1943-1946, entitled A Country Boy in World War Two chronicles Feagins's experiences in World War II. The narrative covers drafting, boot camp, war, and his return home.

Call number: MS-2634

Repository: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Access and Use
Aquisition Information:
This collection was donated to Special Collections.
Access Restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
Copyright:
The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.
Preferred Citation:
[Identification of Item], Edward Feagins World War II Memoir, MS-2634. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

Arrangement

Collection consists of a single folder.


Biography / History

Edward Feagins, from Tennessee served during World War II for Company E, 3rd Platoon, 143rd Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, Texas National Guard. After the war, he attended East Tennessee State College in Johnson City, Tennessee.


Collection Scope and Content Note

The Edward Feagins World War II Memoir, 1943-1946 covers Feagins's service in World War II. The narrative includes being drafted, boot camp, wartime experiences, and his return home. The narrative also includes photographs.

Subject Terms

  • Feagins, Edward.
  • World War, 1939-1945 -- Personal narratives, American.
  • World War, 1939-1945 -- Veterans.
  • United States. Army. Infantry Regimemt, 143rd.
Contents List
Folder   1     Item   1    
A Country Boy in World War Two, 1943-1946