Resident of Ann Arbor, Mich., who served with the U.S. Navy Standard Landing Craft Unit 24 during World War II. Materials related to Nixon's service in World War II and personal records.
The personal and military papers of Don L. Nixon includes his journal, dated October 1943-November 1944, describing his part in the invasion of Leyte, Philippines, summary of his military service, as well as documents from his time on the Standard Landing Craft Unit #24. Papers of Don L. Nixon also include a family tree, photographs, naval appointment certificates, and clippings.