Accession 15-050: Addition to the collection, 1903 - 1932
Scope and Contents
This accession consists of transcribed and un-transcribed World War I letters, photographs copied from family records, and military service awards.
Dates
- 1903 - 1932
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research without restriction.
Biographical / Historical
Edward R. Wren (1893-1932) was born in Talladega, Alabama and was a decorated World War I veteran. He attended Alabama Polytechnic Institute from 1914-1917 where he was a star athlete. In 1917 he enlisted as a private in Company B, 167th Infantry, Forty-second division of the American Expeditionary Force,Rainbow Division. He was wounded in action and decorated with the Distinguished Service Cross. He returned home, coached several sports teams, and served as the commander of the American Legion in Alabama.
Extent
.5 Cubic Feet (1 legal document box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Arrangement
Materials are arranged by type and chronologically.
Repository Details
Part of the Auburn University Special Collections and Archives Repository
Auburn University
Ralph Brown Draughon Library
231 Mell Street
Auburn Alabama 36849
334-844-1732
archives@auburn.edu
