Description
This collection consists of reports and articles by Philippines based journalist Albert Ravenholt. The materials include typed
or mimeographed articles, newspaper clippings, correspondence, reports, publications, press releases and other materials.
Background
Albert Ravenholt was born on September 9, 1919 in Wisconsin. After graduation from high school he served on a logging ship
bound for Shanghai. After the start of war between Japan and the U.S. he volunteered as a convoy leader for the Red Cross
transporting medical supplies from Lashio into China via the Burma Road. He got his first job as a journalist for the United
Press, working from 1942-1945 covering China-India-Burma Theater. From 1945-1946 Ravenholt was the United Press Bureau Chief
for China and India.
Extent
2 Linear Feet
(4 manuscript storage boxes)
Restrictions
While Special Collections is the owner of the physical items, permission to examine collection materials is not an authorization
to publish. These materials are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study. Any transmission or reproduction
beyond that allowed by fair use requires permission from the owners of rights, heir(s) or assigns.
Availability
Open for research. Note that material must be requested at least 36 hours in advance of intended use. Audiovisual & born-digital
materials are not available in original format, and must be reformatted to a digital use copy.