Golden C. Bahr papers, 1918-1919

Summary

Creator:

Bahr, Golden C., 1887-1919

Abstract:

Soldier from Copemish, Mich., member of 339th U.S. Infantry who served in the Allied intervention in Russia, 1918-1920, the "Polar Bear Expedition." Collection includes letter (Nov.13, 1918) to his parents (censored); photocopies of his military records and newspaper articles about him; photocopy of photograph of flowers and flag at his funeral; and photograph of his gravestone.

Extent:

1 folder

Language:

English.

Call Number:

9950 Aa 1

Authors:

Finding aid prepared by: Len Coombs

Background

Scope and Content:

Letter (Nov. 13, 1918) to his parents (censored); photocopies of his military records and newspaper articles about him; photocopy of photograph of flowers and flag at his funeral; and photograph of his gravestone.

Biographical / Historical:

Resident of Copemish, Mich., who served with the 339th U.S. Infantry in Russia in 1918-1919.

Acquisition Information:

The collection was donated by Mrs. Donna B. Willett, of Alpena, Michigan, in 1999-2000 (Donor no.: 4757 ).

Subjects

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Subjects:

World War, 1914-1918.
Polar Bear Expedition.

Formats:

Photographs.

Names:

Bahr, Golden C., 1887-1919.

Places:

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