Overview of the David B. Parker papers

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Title: David B. Parker papers
Date (inclusive): 1942-1967
Collection Number: 2007C58
Contributing Institution: Hoover Institution Library and Archives
Language of Material: English
Physical Description: 5 manuscript boxes, 2 oversize boxes, 1 cubic foot box (3.8 Linear Feet)
Abstract: Writings, correspondence, reports, orders, printed matter, photographs, and memorabilia, relating to American military engineering operations in the Pacific Theater during World War II, the atomic bombing of Japan, and General Douglas MacArthur.
Creator: Parker, David B., -1980
Physical Location: Hoover Institution Library & Archives

Access

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Use

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Acquisition Information

Acquired by the Hoover Institution Library & Archives in 2007.

Preferred Citation

[Identification of item], David B. Parker papers, [Box no., Folder no. or title], Hoover Institution Library & Archives.

Biographical/Historical Note

Major general, United States Army Corps of Engineers; commanding officer, 1913th Engineer Aviation Battalion, during World War II.

Scope and Content of Collection

Writings, correspondence, reports, orders, printed matter, photographs, and memorabilia, relating to American military engineering operations in the Pacific Theater during World War II, the atomic bombing of Japan, and General Douglas MacArthur.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

World War, 1939-1945 -- Japan
World War, 1939-1945 -- Campaigns -- Pacific Ocean
Officers
Atomic bomb
World War, 1939-1945 -- Engineering and construction
United States. Army
MacArthur, Douglas, 1880-1964
United States. Army. Engineer Aviation Battalion, 1913th

 

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