Louis W. Collier collection
Collection
- Collection Summary
- Consists of material related to Louis W. Collier's experiences as a member of the American occupying forces in post-war Europe, particularly his role as director of the Werl-Westf. displaced persons (DP) camp for non-Jewish Poles in Germany. Includes correspondence with his family; photographs; a bound, handwritten log of camp activities illustrated with photos; and a photo album of handmade crafts. Also includes Polish emblems, one mounted on a wooden plaque, and one with a chain.
- Provenance
- The collection was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 1996 by Paul B. Duff, the grandson of Louis W. Collier.
- Date
- 1945-1948
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- Geography
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received:
Werl (Germany)
- Date
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creation:
1946
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Record last modified: 2022-07-28 18:30:58
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Plaque with Polish eagle issued to Mr. L.W. Collier
Object | Accession Number: 1996.A.0063.2
