John Boren papers, 1919, 1957-1962

Summary

Creator:

Boren, John.

Abstract:

Member of Co. A, 339th U.S. Infantry who served in the Allied intervention in Russia, 1918-1920, the "Polar Bear Expedition." Collection includes clippings relating to the campaign, post cards of Archangel and France, and a YMCA Russian phrase book.

Extent:

1 folder

Language:

English.

Call Number:

921076;Aa;1

Authors:

Finding aid prepared by: Len Coombs

Background

Scope and Content:

The papers contain clippings regarding the 339th Infantry's arrival in France, June 1919, and later clippings regarding the return of bodies and the campaign in general. Also included are post cards of Archangel and France and a YMCA Russian phrase book.

Biographical / Historical:

Served as corporal Co. A, 339th Infantry.

Subjects

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Subjects:

World War, 1914-1918.
Polar Bear Expedition.

Names:

Boren, John.

Places:

Soviet Union -- History -- Allied intervention, 1918-1920.