Description
Correspondence, awards, certificates, articles
and other material from Johnnie Phelps, World War II veteran and lesbian
activist. The majority of the collection dates from 1975-1998, with most
materials pertaining to Phelps' involvement with the National Organization for
Women, Southern California Women for Understanding, the Los Angeles County
Veterans' Advisory Commission, and the Alcoholism Center for Women; along with
personal correspondence and newspaper articles written about Phelps'
involvement in World War II. The collection also contains various
organizations' textiles and buttons, trophies and certificates awarded for
service, military materials, and photographs.
Background
Johnnie Phelps was born Nell Louise Phelps in North Carolina on April 4,
1922 and was raised with an adoptive family. Her adoptive parents were abusive,
and Phelps spent many of her teen years in and out of jail.
Extent
2 archive cartons + 3 flat
archive cartons + 1 oversize envelope + 1 map drawer. 7.1
linear feet.
Restrictions
Researchers wishing to publish materials must obtain permission in
writing from ONE National Gay and Lesbian Archives as the physical owner.
Researchers must also obtain clearance from the holder(s) of any copyrights in
the materials. Note that ONE National Gay and Lesbian Archives can grant
copyright clearance only for those materials for which we hold the copyright.
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain copyright clearance for
all other materials directly from the copyright holder(s).
Availability
The collection is open to researchers. There are no access
restrictions.