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Diary, Travel Permit, and Advertising Card, 1917-1918

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Identifier: id56301

Scope and Contents

The diary describes Dowling’s military experiences in the U.S. and throughout France - Romorantin, Libourne, Marseilles. He mentions important dates such as October 30, 1918 when Austria surrendered to the Allies and November 11, 1918 when Germany signed the Armistice. Dowling was promoted to Corporal and then to Sergeant by the end of the diary. The diary includes names and addresses of fellow soldiers and French women Dowling met during his duty in France.

A travel permit and a card advertising a tax-exempt subscription to 'L'Emprunt de la Liberation' are also present.

Dates

  • Creation: 1917-1918

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English French

Conditions Governing Access:

Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.50 Linear Feet