Leon Ramsey papers, 1917-1919, 1960s

Summary

Creator:

Ramsey, Leon, 1897-

Abstract:

Soldier from Armada, Mich., member of Headquarters Company, 339th U.S. Infantry who served in the Allied intervention in Russia, 1918-1920, the "Polar Bear Expedition." Collection includes correspondence describing his experiences in the army during training at Camp Custer, Mich., and during his service in Russia; also miscellanea, photographs, and a paper based on Ramsey's correspondence, probably written by John O. Ramsey.

Extent:

0.2 linear feet

Language:

English.

Call Number:

9526 Aa 2

Authors:

Finding aid prepared by: Len Coombs

Background

Scope and Content:

Correspondence describing his experiences in the army during training at Camp Custer, Mich., and during his service in Russia; also miscellanea, and a paper based on Ramsey's correspondence, probably written by John O. Ramsey. Photographs include a portrait (in uniform) and postcards of Camp Custer, Mich., and Archangel.

Biographical / Historical:

Resident of Armada, Mich., served with Headquarters Co., 339th Infantry.

Acquisition Information:

The collection was donated by John Ramsey, of La Canada, California, in 1995 (Donor no.: 8362 ).

Subjects

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Subjects:

World War, 1914-1918.
Polar Bear Expedition.

Formats:

Photographs.

Names:

Ramsey, Leon, 1897-

Places:

Soviet Union -- History -- Allied intervention, 1918-1920.
Fort Custer (Mich.)