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Guide to the American War Mothers Collection

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: H95-12

Scope and Content

Records in this collection reflect patriotic and social activities of members in several communities but mainly Cheyenne. They provide some insight into the activities of the national organization and the companion group, the Women’s Relief Corps. There are nine subgroups: General Records, American War Mothers (national organization), Cheyenne Chapter No.4, Cowley Chapter No. 5, Hot Springs Chapter No. 13, Victor Fuller Chapter of Mountainview, Washakie Chapter, Women’s Relief Corps - Department of Colorado and Wyoming, and Wyoming State Chapter.

Dates

  • 1928-1988

Creator

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Copy Restrictions

Limited duplication of print materials allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for all copyright compliance.

Historical Note

Organized in 1917, the American War Mothers was an organization comprised of women whose sons and daughters served in foreign wars. It promoted fellowship and patriotism among its members and provided assistance to veterans and veterans’ organizations. The Wyoming chapter was organized in 1928.

Extent

1 cubic feet

Abstract

This collection contains the records of the Wyoming Department of American War Mothers.

Arrangement

Alphabetical by local chapter

Acquisition Information

Donated by Penny Ballman in 1995.

Related Material

There are no other known collections by Wyoming Chapter of the American War Mothers known at the writing of this finding aid.

Processing Information

Finding aid updated by Carol Barber and Carl Hallberg October 15, 1999.

Title
Guide to the American War Mothers Collection, 1928-1988
Status
Edited Full Draft
Author
Suzi Taylor
Date
© 2015
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
Finding aid is in English

Repository Details

Part of the Wyoming State Archives, Wyoming Cultural Resources Division, Wyoming Department of State Parks & Cultural Resources Repository

Contact:
Barrett Building
2301 Central Avenue
Cheyenne Wyoming 82002 United States
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