Hebert, Wilson J., 23 January 2012
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of interviews with veterans residing in the following parishes of Louisiana: Assumption, Jefferson Davis, Lafourche, Orleans, St. Martin, and Terrebonne. Each interview showcases the life and military experience of the veteran and is stored in digital video format. The collection includes photographs, monographs, military awards and memorabilia, as well as telegrams, correspondence, and newspaper clippings.
Dates
- 23 January 2012
Biographical / Historical
- Native of Lafourche Crossing, La. o Born 1922 - Served in U.S. Army, November 1942 – November 1945 o Rank: Private 1st Class o MOS: Infantry o 101st Airborne Division (Screaming Eagles) o Location of service: England; France; Germany o Injuries: Frostbite-feet o Citations: Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal European/African/Middle Eastern Campaign Medal Bronze Star American Campaign Medal Good Conduct Medal Army of Occupation Medal - Interview on DVD, photograph of medal commemorating the refusal of U.S. Army General Anthony Clement "Nuts" McAuliffe to surrender to German forces at the Battle of the Bulge, and two portraits of Hebert in uniform.
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