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Accession 15-050: Addition to Collection, 1903 - 1932

 Accession
Identifier: 15-050

Scope and Contents

This accession consists of photocopied World War I letters (some with transcriptions), 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

.25 Cubic Feet (1 legal 1/2 doc box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Arrangement

Materials are arranged by series.

Condition of Materials

Good

Repository Details

Part of the Auburn University Special Collections and Archives Repository

Contact:
Auburn University
Ralph Brown Draughon Library
231 Mell Street
Auburn Alabama 36849
334-844-1732