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Series 3: Photographs and Mixed Media, 1940 - 1945

 Series

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Duty and Honor Collection, compiled by Marjorie Lee, contains records of four hundred sixteen World War II Chinese American veterans with a background from Southern California. The collection includes interviews of forty-four veterans, interview notes, correspondence between veterans or veteran families with the Chinese Historical Society of Southern California, monthly updates to constituents, and germane materials from veterans such as separation papers. This is an inactive record series; no new records are expected to be added.

Dates

  • 1940 - 1945

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English , Chinese .

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open to the public by appointment. Public can access audio tapes through digital reproductions available to access at the repository.

Extent

From the Collection: 4 Linear Feet (Four boxes and an irregular large size sleeve for a book cover.)

Repository Details

Part of the Chinese Historical Society of Southern California Repository

Contact:
411 and 415 Bernard Street
Los Angeles California 90012 United States
(323) 222-0856