Sevier County and World War II
Title | Sevier County and World War II |
Publication Type | Magazine Article |
Year of Publication | 1995 |
Authors | Galyon, Bradford Patsy |
Magazine | Smoky Mountain Historical Society Journal and Newsletter |
Volume | 21 |
Issue Number | 4 |
Pages | 4-12 |
Date Published | winter |
Subjects | Mountain life, Sevier County, World War II |
Description | Describes events of the war that involved Sevier County soldiers, in conjunction with a celebration at the Sevier County Heritage Museum that honored their service. Begins with volunteering and being drafted; mentions campaigns in Italy, India, and the Pacific; lists those who were killed; makes note of prisoners of war and of women who served; discusses life on the homefront at some length; and finishes with soldiers' homecomings. |
Notes | Full text is available to members of the Smoky Mountain Historical Society. |