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World War, 1939-1945

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Scope Note: Use for: European War, 1939-1945 ; Second World War, 1939-1945 ; World War 2, 1939-1945 ; World War II, 1939-1945 ; World War Two, 1939-1945 ; WW II (World War, 1939-1945) ; WWII (World War, 1939-1945)

Found in 337 Collections and/or Records:

What a Time!, 1945

 Item
Identifier: M456.02.0004.0072
Abstract

A pen and ink drawing of two frolicking men walking jauntily down the street, one smoking and the other holding a bottle, rendered in a nighttime scene as if watching them walk home from a night on the town.

Dates: 1945

William Cody for Colorado Reflections

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Identifier: couda-cody
Abstract

Dr. William Cody describes his early childhood living near Washington Park and describes childhood activities including ice skating, fishing for crawdads (crayfish), swimming, and playing "cowboys and Indians." Recalls his prom being held at Elitch Gardens. Discusses his memories of the Great Depression and his family losing their home. William Cody also reflects on his career as a dentist in Colorado.

Dates: Date Not Yet Determined

World War II Army Jacket, 1943-1945

 Item
Identifier: B412.02.0002.00001
Abstract Army kahaki jacket worn by Sam Weinstein, who served during World War II in the European theater, primarily in Belgium. He contracted trench foot and spent much of his time in army hospitals. The jacket shows an overseas service bar on the left sleeve, the infantry branch isignia on the left lapel, and the honorable service button above the right pocket. Sam Weinstein was born in Denver, Colorado in 1912. He graduated from the University of Denver College of Law in 1932 and practiced law in...
Dates: 1943-1945

World War II Newspapers

 Collection
Identifier: M227
Abstract

This collection contains newspaper clippings, scrapbooks, and maps from the World War II era.

Dates: Other: 1940s

World War II Practice Bomb, 1943

 Item
Identifier: B293.02.0002.00001
Abstract

This is a practice bomb from about 1943: a 100 pound M38A2. It is dented and carries the signatures of soldiers from World War II who visited with the family of C.M. Schloss during the war years.

Dates: 1943

World War II Uniforms

 Series
Identifier: B412.02
Abstract

Series consists of Sam Weinstein's army infantry jacket and a Jewish War Veterans uniform. Sam Weinstein served in Belgium during World War II and was a founding member Denver's Jewish War Veterans Post 344.

Dates: circa 1900-1955