Chiasson, Roland M. (No interview), undated
Scope and Contents
Contains short autobiography by Chiasson, portrait and photograph of Chiasson in uniform, articles from The Houma Courier featuring Chiasson- “A Valiant Effort” and “Veteran Battles to Secure Buddy’s Medal,” map of Iwo Jima showing locations of U.S. military after invading the island, newspaper article written by Chiasson- “Code Talkers Played Key Role,” newspaper article from The Advertiser Tribune on Chiasson’s story about his friend, Neile Shawberry who died in combat on Iwo Jima, newspaper article from Daily Comet featuring Chiasson- “Iwo Jima Remembered,” and obituary. (See WWII, Box 3 FF 1—“Prudent Faucheaux” for program for Chiasson’s funeral) (See also Roland M. Chiasson Collection, MS.00223, Location: FE)
Dates
- undated
Biographical / Historical
- Native of Thibodaux, La. o Born 1921 - Served in U.S. Marine Corps, 11 February 1942 – 12 March 1946 o Rank: Sergeant o MOS: Infantry o 2nd and 5th Marine Divisions o Location of service: Island of Iwo Jima, Japan o Citations: Good Conduct Medal Purple Heart Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal World War II Victory Medal Silver Star Expert-Bayonet Fencing and Grenade Throw Sharpshooter Parachute Wings American Campaign Medal o Injuries: Shrapnel wounds in buttocks and thighs from hand grenade
Extent
From the Collection: 20 Linear Feet (29 boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Nicholls State University Archives and Special Collections Repository
Ellender Memorial Library
Nicholls State University
906 E 1st St.
Thibodaux Louisiana 70310 USA
985-448-4621
clifton.theriot@nicholls.edu