Box 25
Contains 42 Results:
Bibliographical Essay
Draft of historiography and related research on World War II naval history.
Amphibious Articles
Notes on articles concerning amphibious operations during World War II and an article, "What the Army Should Know about Naval Gunfire," by Lt. Col. R.D. Heinl.
Amphibious Warfare General Information
Notes on other scholarship about amphibious warfare.
Dissertation; Extra Copy: loose leaf copy of Godwin's dissertation entitled: The Development of Amphibious Warfare in World War II As Reflected in the Campaigns of Admiral John Lesslie Hall, Jr. USN."
John Lesslie Hall papers addendum. Includes notes , divided by chapter, and other material related to Susan H. Godson's biography, "Viking of Assault: Admiral John Lesslie Hall, Jr. and Amphibious Warfare." Includes a file on Admiral John W. Wilcox, which is closed until 2018, photographs, booklets and correspondence.
Benline Correspondence
Correspondence with Arthur Benline concerning war experiences, knowledge of amphibious warfare, and time served with Hall.
Admiral Dyer correspondence
Correspondence with Admiral George Dyer on editing of manuscript.
Boatwright (and others) Correspondence
Correspondence with Taliaferro Boatwright and other retired naval personnel concerning book publication and Hall related memories.
Biography and Interview Techniques
Articles and notes on biography writing and interview techniques.
Chronology: listing of important dates and appointments in Hall's life and naval career, possible book titles.
John Lesslie Hall papers addendum. Includes notes , divided by chapter, and other material related to Susan H. Godson's biography, "Viking of Assault: Admiral John Lesslie Hall, Jr. and Amphibious Warfare." Includes a file on Admiral John W. Wilcox, which is closed until 2018, photographs, booklets and correspondence.
Bio.; Hall: official US navy bio and newspaper articles about Hall
John Lesslie Hall papers addendum. Includes notes , divided by chapter, and other material related to Susan H. Godson's biography, "Viking of Assault: Admiral John Lesslie Hall, Jr. and Amphibious Warfare." Includes a file on Admiral John W. Wilcox, which is closed until 2018, photographs, booklets and correspondence.
JLH on Bridge of Ancon during Normandy: USS John L. Hall Commissioning Ceremony guide, photos of Hall on Ancon, "Virginia's Amphibious Admiral: John Lesslie Hall, Jr." in Virginia Cavalcade, Winter 1982.
John Lesslie Hall papers addendum. Includes notes , divided by chapter, and other material related to Susan H. Godson's biography, "Viking of Assault: Admiral John Lesslie Hall, Jr. and Amphibious Warfare." Includes a file on Admiral John W. Wilcox, which is closed until 2018, photographs, booklets and correspondence.
John W. Wilcox, Jr.
John Lesslie Hall papers addendum. Includes notes , divided by chapter, and other material related to Susan H. Godson's biography, "Viking of Assault: Admiral John Lesslie Hall, Jr. and Amphibious Warfare." Includes a file on Admiral John W. Wilcox, which is closed until 2018, photographs, booklets and correspondence.
Photos: collection of family and military photos, early 1900's-1970's
John Lesslie Hall papers addendum. Includes notes , divided by chapter, and other material related to Susan H. Godson's biography, "Viking of Assault: Admiral John Lesslie Hall, Jr. and Amphibious Warfare." Includes a file on Admiral John W. Wilcox, which is closed until 2018, photographs, booklets and correspondence.
Register of Retired Flag Officers, 1977 July 31
Bound booklet listing the Regular and Reserve Officers of the US Navy; Hall is listed on page 21 of booklet.
Comments, Reviews, Book Articles
Published reviews of Susan Godson's "Viking of Assault: Admiral John Lesslie Hall, Jr. and Amphibious Warfare" from its release in 1982.
Prospectus; book: "Viking of Assault"
Includes prospectus outlining purpose, sources, and chapter summaries.
Notes on JLH Interviews
Godson's handwritten notes on various interviews with Hall and copy of December 10, 1944 Richmond Times-Dispatch article about Hall.
University Press of America
Godson's communication to and from the University Press of America concerning Viking of Assault royalties, publication, etc.
JLH: Hall's correspondence
Includes a telegram announcing Eisenhower's death and letters to and from Taliaferro Boatwright, and a typed copy of "Unjust Criticism of Officers" article.
Maps; Book
8 line maps that were printed in "Viking of Assault", including: 'Landings at French Morocco,' 'Invasion of Sicily,' and 'Normandy Landings.'
Naval History, General
Godson's notes on related Naval history books and article on proper word choice and customs for writing naval literature.
Action Reports
Listing and notes on related action reports from World War II operations (ex. Salerno and Operation Avalance) and bibliographies of some related naval history books.
ANCON; article
Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships article on the Ancon; biography of Rear Admiral Mead Pearson, declassified action reports of the Ancon; narrative of the invasion of Normandy by lieutenant Richard Oliphant.
Memoirs, 1976-77; JLH's Copy
Notes written by Godson to Hall about editing of manuscript in 1976.
Additions for 2nd Draft; Diss.
Miscellaneous material including listings of declassified naval records, article concerning the war in Italy, Senate Congressional record, copy of USS Frederick Funston's operation reports.