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Robert H. Cardinell papers, 1945-1988, Date acquired: 12/03/1999

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Abstract Or Scope: Second Lieutenant Robert H. Cardinell served with the 65th Infantry Division in Europe during the latter part of the Second World War and the occupation forces afterward. The collection includes two manuscripts. One is entitled "65th Infantry Division." The other is titled "Battle of Struth-Roscus at Dorna." The manuscript contains recollections of the Struth-Dorna battles fought on 7 April 1945. It also contains an account and photos of a return visit to Dorna in 1988 by several members of the division. Also, the manuscript gives an account of the battles by a German participant.

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Robert H. Cardinell papers, 1945-1988, Date acquired: 12/03/1999 1 folders

Creator: Cardinell, Robert H.
Abstract Or Scope: Second Lieutenant Robert H. Cardinell served with the 65th Infantry Division in Europe during the latter part of the Second World War and the occupation forces afterward. The collection includes two manuscripts. One is entitled "65th Infantry Division." The other is titled "Battle of Struth-Roscus at Dorna." The manuscript contains recollections of the Struth-Dorna battles fought on 7 April 1945. It also contains an account and photos of a return visit to Dorna in 1988 by several members of the division. Also, the manuscript gives an account of the battles by a German participant.

Robert Hoffmann papers, 1927-1987, Date acquired: 05/14/2009, bulk 1944

1.00 folders

Abstract Or Scope: The collection of Robert Hoffmann contains an oral history transcript provided by the Reichelt Oral History Program. Hoffmann served with the United State Marine Corps during World War II on the island of Guam.

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Robert Hoffmann papers, 1927-1987, Date acquired: 05/14/2009, bulk 1944 1.00 folders

Creator: Hoffmann, Robert
Abstract Or Scope: The collection of Robert Hoffmann contains an oral history transcript provided by the Reichelt Oral History Program. Hoffmann served with the United State Marine Corps during World War II on the island of Guam.

Robert H. Smith, circa 1935-2012

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Robert H. Smith, circa 1935-2012 1 boxes

Robert H. Spiro papers, 1941-1995, Date acquired: 02/03/2000, bulk 1945

1.00 folders

Abstract Or Scope: This collection relates to U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Robert H. Spiro who served aboard the U.S.S. Morris destroyer during World War II in the Pacific Theater of Operations. The collection includes two journal articles about Spiro's time in the Pacific theater and one article related to the battle history of the Morris.

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Robert H. Spiro, "Easter '45: Incoming," Naval History, February 1996

Abstract Or Scope: This article focused on USS Morris in the Battle of Okinawa. On April 6, 1945, a Japanese airplane, the Nakajima B5N "Kate," crashed into Morris, leaving 24 dead and 44 wounded. Article printed in the February 1996 issue, 47-50.

Robert H. Spiro, "Life Aboard a Tin Can," Newsletter, 1995

Abstract Or Scope: This article traces Robert H. Spiro's experiences in the Second World War. After being educated in the Navy Supply Corps School at Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration, he served as a Supply and Disbursing Officer aboard USS Morris. In this article, Spiro recollected operations in the South Pacific and the Battle of Okinawa, where a Japanese "kamikaze" attack hit Morris. Article printed in July/August 1995 issue, 30-35

Robert H. Spiro papers, 1941-1995, Date acquired: 02/03/2000, bulk 1945 1.00 folders

Creator: Spiro, Robert H., Jr. (Robert Harry)
Abstract Or Scope: This collection relates to U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Robert H. Spiro who served aboard the U.S.S. Morris destroyer during World War II in the Pacific Theater of Operations. The collection includes two journal articles about Spiro's time in the Pacific theater and one article related to the battle history of the Morris.

Robert Hurrle, 1940-1972

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Abstract Or Scope: Lt. Col. Robert Hurrle served in the Army Air Force and was the pilot of the B-17 Flying Fortress, "Lady Anne," and part of the Eighth Air Force, 94th Bombardment Group in the European Theater (ETO). Hurrle graduated from high school in 1940 and joined the Army Air Force in August 1942. He trained at Maxwell Field, AL; Hendricks Field, FL; and George Field, IL. Hurrle continued in the US Air Force after the war, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in April 1972. This collection contains material from Hurrle's prewar and postwar life, as well as WWII items. There are news clippings, military documents, ephemera, and photographs from the war years. In addition, there are postwar news clippings, military documents, certificates, and miscellaneous material. The collection also includes 444 photographs in black and white and color from six photo albums. The majority of the photos are from 1945 and the postwar years. This photo collection includes official military photos, as well as family snapshots. The collection also includes three Army Air Force cadet booklets and several artifacts, including uniform pins and ribbons, a name tag, an American flag, and a retirement plaque. There are also several maps including a silk map.

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Robert Hurrle, 1940-1972 6 boxes

Abstract Or Scope: Lt. Col. Robert Hurrle served in the Army Air Force and was the pilot of the B-17 Flying Fortress, "Lady Anne," and part of the Eighth Air Force, 94th Bombardment Group in the European Theater (ETO). Hurrle graduated from high school in 1940 and joined the Army Air Force in August 1942. He trained at Maxwell Field, AL; Hendricks Field, FL; and George Field, IL. Hurrle continued in the US Air Force after the war, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in April 1972. This collection contains material from Hurrle's prewar and postwar life, as well as WWII items. There are news clippings, military documents, ephemera, and photographs from the war years. In addition, there are postwar news clippings, military documents, certificates, and miscellaneous material. The collection also includes 444 photographs in black and white and color from six photo albums. The majority of the photos are from 1945 and the postwar years. This photo collection includes official military photos, as well as family snapshots. The collection also includes three Army Air Force cadet booklets and several artifacts, including uniform pins and ribbons, a name tag, an American flag, and a retirement plaque. There are also several maps including a silk map.

Robert Kerr Collection, Circa 1927-1984

1 Half Hollinger Box

Abstract Or Scope: The Robert Kerr Collection contains materials documenting Robert Morris Kerr's term as city manger of Fort Lauderdale Florida. The collection contains scrapbook pages including city plans, political advertisements, correspondence, newspaper clippings.

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Robert Kerr Collection, Circa 1927-1984 1 Half Hollinger Box

Abstract Or Scope: The Robert Kerr Collection contains materials documenting Robert Morris Kerr's term as city manger of Fort Lauderdale Florida. The collection contains scrapbook pages including city plans, political advertisements, correspondence, newspaper clippings.

Robert Martinez Photograph, circa 1987

2.00 items 1 Folder

Abstract Or Scope: Color Photograph of Governor Bob Martinez, with his wife and dog. Probably taken in Governor's Mansion, Tallahassee. With envelope, marked "Mr. Charles E. Miller."

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Robert Martinez Photograph, circa 1987 2.00 items 1 Folder

Abstract Or Scope: Color Photograph of Governor Bob Martinez, with his wife and dog. Probably taken in Governor's Mansion, Tallahassee. With envelope, marked "Mr. Charles E. Miller."

Robert Matthews, circa 1935-2012

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Abstract Or Scope: Robert A. Matthews served in the Navy in the Pacific Theater (PTO). Matthews entered the Navy on 15 March 1943 and attended the V-12 Pre-midshipmen Program at the University of Pennsylvania and at Camp McDonough, Plattsburg, New York. He later attended midshipman school at Northwestern University in Chicago and was then stationed at San Francisco, Pearl Harbor, the Russell Islands, the Soloman Islands, Saipan, and Guam. Russell was an officer in the LCT (Landing Craft Truck) Flotilla 6 before being transferred to LCT Flotilla 36 when he was stationed at Saipan. Matthews' duties included commanding a LCT, disposal of surplus war material, and acting as a maintenance officer for the LCT fleet when it was mothballed. The collection includes a manuscript recounting Matthews' experiences during the war. These include the role of alcohol, morphine, and religious services in the lives of soldiers stationed in the Pacific. Matthews also participated in the unloading of the USS Indianapolis, the ship which delivered the two atomic bombs used in the war.

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Robert Matthews, circa 1935-2012 1 boxes

Abstract Or Scope: Robert A. Matthews served in the Navy in the Pacific Theater (PTO). Matthews entered the Navy on 15 March 1943 and attended the V-12 Pre-midshipmen Program at the University of Pennsylvania and at Camp McDonough, Plattsburg, New York. He later attended midshipman school at Northwestern University in Chicago and was then stationed at San Francisco, Pearl Harbor, the Russell Islands, the Soloman Islands, Saipan, and Guam. Russell was an officer in the LCT (Landing Craft Truck) Flotilla 6 before being transferred to LCT Flotilla 36 when he was stationed at Saipan. Matthews' duties included commanding a LCT, disposal of surplus war material, and acting as a maintenance officer for the LCT fleet when it was mothballed. The collection includes a manuscript recounting Matthews' experiences during the war. These include the role of alcohol, morphine, and religious services in the lives of soldiers stationed in the Pacific. Matthews also participated in the unloading of the USS Indianapolis, the ship which delivered the two atomic bombs used in the war.

Robert McGinnis collection, Date accessioned: 2020-09-16, bulk 1939-1945, 2005-2006

1 folders 1 folder

Abstract Or Scope: This collection contains a series of stories from The Burman News, a newsletter from Merrill's Marauders Association Inc. This collections contains excerpts of four newsletters ranging from 2005-2006 that detail personal stories of the China Burma India Theater of Operations.

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Robert McGinnis collection, Date accessioned: 2020-09-16, bulk 1939-1945, 2005-2006 1 folders 1 folder

Creator: McGinnis, Robert S., 1935-2011
Abstract Or Scope: This collection contains a series of stories from The Burman News, a newsletter from Merrill's Marauders Association Inc. This collections contains excerpts of four newsletters ranging from 2005-2006 that detail personal stories of the China Burma India Theater of Operations.

Robert McKay transcript, 1941-2007, Date acquired: 02/12/2007, bulk 1941-1945

1.00 folders

Abstract Or Scope: This forty page oral history interview transcript relates to Robert Mckay who was a student and interned by the Japanese at Baguio in the Philippine Islands during World War II. The interview was conducted with McKay at a Baguio Internee reunion. The transcript covers McKay's experiences before, during, and after internment.

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Robert McKay transcript, 1941-2007, Date acquired: 02/12/2007, bulk 1941-1945 1.00 folders

Creator: Robert McKay
Abstract Or Scope: This forty page oral history interview transcript relates to Robert Mckay who was a student and interned by the Japanese at Baguio in the Philippine Islands during World War II. The interview was conducted with McKay at a Baguio Internee reunion. The transcript covers McKay's experiences before, during, and after internment.

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