Box 1
Container
Contains 55 Results:
Mark B. Calnon, Sr. collection
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MG 541
Abstract
WWII POW Experience memorabilia including books, photos, framed collages/prints, medals and other items.
Dates:
1941-2015
Letters to Jessie Calnon, 1943-1945
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2
Abstract
Jessie Calnon was Mark's mother. She received correspondence from Mark as well as other mothers of his crew.
Dates:
1943-1945
Letters to Mark B. Calnon from students, 2000-2001
File — Box: 1, Folder: 3
Content Description
From the Collection:
Mark B. Calnon, Sr., was a University of Idaho alum and a United States World War II Veteran. Calnon was shot down and captured by German soldiers. He spent time as a prisoner of war in Stalag Luft III and Stalag VII-A. He was witness to many terrible things as a POW, but never regretted serving his country. He was diligent about sharing his experiences with anyone who would listen. The materials in this collection and interviews with Calnon were used as part of a Seed Grant, and a...
Dates:
2000-2001
Some Lived Some Died, It Was Understood, cira. 1990s
File — Box: 1, Folder: 4
Abstract
By Mark B. Calnon.
Dates:
cira. 1990s
The Mighty Eighth Air Force Heritage Museum poster, undated
File — Box: 1, Folder: 5
Content Description
From the Collection:
Mark B. Calnon, Sr., was a University of Idaho alum and a United States World War II Veteran. Calnon was shot down and captured by German soldiers. He spent time as a prisoner of war in Stalag Luft III and Stalag VII-A. He was witness to many terrible things as a POW, but never regretted serving his country. He was diligent about sharing his experiences with anyone who would listen. The materials in this collection and interviews with Calnon were used as part of a Seed Grant, and a...
Dates:
undated
Pilots' Information File, 1943
File — Box: 1, Folder: 6
Content Description
From the Collection:
Mark B. Calnon, Sr., was a University of Idaho alum and a United States World War II Veteran. Calnon was shot down and captured by German soldiers. He spent time as a prisoner of war in Stalag Luft III and Stalag VII-A. He was witness to many terrible things as a POW, but never regretted serving his country. He was diligent about sharing his experiences with anyone who would listen. The materials in this collection and interviews with Calnon were used as part of a Seed Grant, and a...
Dates:
1943
Reunions, 1993-1995
File — Box: 1, Folder: 18
Abstract
Only one reunion photograph (from 1990) was scanned, which can be viewed here: Calnon 384th Reunion.
Dates:
1993-1995
Cloth Map of Germany (2), undated
File — Box: 1, Folder: 19
Content Description
From the Collection:
Mark B. Calnon, Sr., was a University of Idaho alum and a United States World War II Veteran. Calnon was shot down and captured by German soldiers. He spent time as a prisoner of war in Stalag Luft III and Stalag VII-A. He was witness to many terrible things as a POW, but never regretted serving his country. He was diligent about sharing his experiences with anyone who would listen. The materials in this collection and interviews with Calnon were used as part of a Seed Grant, and a...
Dates:
undated
Newspaper Clippings, undated
File — Box: 1, Folder: 7
Content Description
From the Collection:
Mark B. Calnon, Sr., was a University of Idaho alum and a United States World War II Veteran. Calnon was shot down and captured by German soldiers. He spent time as a prisoner of war in Stalag Luft III and Stalag VII-A. He was witness to many terrible things as a POW, but never regretted serving his country. He was diligent about sharing his experiences with anyone who would listen. The materials in this collection and interviews with Calnon were used as part of a Seed Grant, and a...
Dates:
undated
Pistol Training, 1943
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 17
Abstract
Photograph of Calnon receiving officer pistol training.
Dates:
1943