Inventory of the Rebecca Flint papers
Finding aid prepared by Rachel Waltman and Danielle Lopez
Hoover Institution Library and Archives
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Title: Rebecca Flint papers
Date (bulk): 1918-1919
Collection Number: 59014
Contributing Institution: Hoover Institution Library and Archives
Language of Material: The collection is in English and French
Physical Description:
2 manuscript boxes, 2 oversize boxes
(1.6 Linear Feet)
Abstract: Booklets, newspapers, other printed matter, and photographs relating to Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) work with
the American Expeditionary Forces in France, and more generally the life of an American in France during World War I.
Creator:
Flint, Rebecca
Physical Location: Hoover Institution Library & Archives
Access
The collection is open for research; materials must be requested in advance via our reservation system. If there are audiovisual
or digital media material in the collection, they must be reformatted before providing access.
Use
For copyright status, please contact the Hoover Institution Library & Archives.
Acquisition Information
Acquired by the Hoover Institution Library & Archives in 1959.
Preferred Citation
[Identification of item], Rebecca Flint papers, [Box no., Folder no. or title], Hoover Institution Library & Archives.
Biographical/Historical Note
Rebecca Punchard Flint was born in Madison, Wisconsin on June 13, 1892. She received her A.B. from Wellesley College in 1914
and later her A.M. from the University of Wisconsin in 1923. In between receiving her degrees, she worked with the YMCA as
a relief worker in France from 1918-1919.
Scope and Content of Collection
The Rebecca Flint papers consist of booklets, newspapers, other printed matter, and photographs relating to Young Men's Christian
Association (YMCA) work with the American Expeditionary Forces in France and, more broadly, World War I and its effects in
France. The content of this collection includes both personal items, such as travel documents and a diary, and items that
relate to the war experience of Americans in France in general, such as booklets, newspapers, programs, and photographs. The
bulk of the collection was collected from 1918 to 1919.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
World War, 1914-1918 -- France
World War, 1914-1918 -- War work
Young Men's Christian associations
United States. Army. American Expeditionary Forces
Rebecca Flint's Personal Documents
1916-1920
box 1, folder 5
Miscellaneous
1917-1919
Scope and Contents
Includes a map of the Near East, recipe book, checkbook, and service flags, among other material.
box 2, folder 5-8
Photographs
1913-1919
Scope and Contents
Subjects include World War I soldiers, European scenery, and the destruction of war.
Panoramics
1918-1920
Scope and Contents
Many of the panoramic photographs have descriptions and soldiers' names on the backs. The photographs taken in Paris highlight
the ruins post World War I.
Officers 380th Infantry 95th Division
1st Lieutenant 380th Infantry
The Square and the Church (Paris)
151st Depot Brigade Officers
1918
Army appointment certificate
1917
box 1, folder 4
University literature
1917-1919
Scope and Contents
Includes a convocation speech from the University of Wisconsin given in 1917 and course listings of available classes for
Americans in France from the University of Grenoble and the University of Paris in 1919.
box 1, folder 6
"A Prayer Book for Soldiers and Sailors,"
1919 January 27
box 1, folder 7
"The American Soldier's Souvenir of Aix-les-Bains,"
1919 May 2-3
box 1, folder 7
"Chateau Thierry,"
1919 July 8
box 1, folder 7
"106th Regt. Engrs. of Dixie Division: Builders of Camp Pontanezen,"
1919
box 1, folder 7
"How We Won the War,"
1919
box 1, folder 7
"War Information Series: America's War Aims and Peace Program,"
1918 November
box 1, folder 7
"U.S. Army Facts and Insignia,"
1918
box 1, folder 7
"Army Song Book U.S.,"
1919 June
box 1, folder 8
"The Dauphine Leave Area: A Historical and Geographical Sketch,"
1919
box 1, folder 8
"Souvenir Booklet of Brest,"
1919 May 26
box 1, folder 9
"Inter-Allied Games Pershing Stadium Paris,"
1919
box 1, folder 9
"Wisconsin Federation of Women's Clubs,"
1919
box 1, folder 9
"France: Our Ally,"
1919 February 14
box 1, folder 9
"The Religious Program of the Young Men's Christian Association with the American Expeditionary Forces in Europe,"
1918
box 2, folder 3-4
Postcards
1913-1919
Scope and Contents
Include locations in the United States, France, Germany, and England.
Newspapers and clippings
1919
box 2, folder 1-2
Newspaper clippings
1919
Scope and Contents
Contain articles about the World War I 1919 Armistice and victory celebrations from multiple newspapers.
box 4, folder 1
The Amaroc News
1919 June 29
box 4, folder 2
The New York Herald
1919 July 15
box 4, folder 3
The Alpine American
1919 May 2
box 4, folder 4
The Circulator Sixth Division
1919 April 9
box 4, folder 5
New York Times
1919 August
box 4, folder 6
The Stars and Stripes
1919 June 13
box 4, folder 10
The Alpine American
1919 June 6
box 4, folder 11
Le Pays de France
1919 February 6
