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This collection features materials from Ohio University Libraries' Cornelius Ryan Collection of World War II Papers. Gathered as part of Ryan's research process while writing his book, A Bridge Too Far, the documents include firsthand accounts from military personnel who participated in Operation Market Garden.
Sensitive Content Warning: The Cornelius Ryan Collection of World War II Papers contains first-hand accounts of those who witnessed and experienced violent, traumatic events. Their stories, writings, and images convey the physical and emotional effects of war, and describe graphic scenes of battle in which many lives were lost.
Works
Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 095, drawer 09: SHAEF, 1st Allied Airborne Army command structure chart
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Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 095, folder 04: SHAEF Montgomery-Eisenhower correspondence
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Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 095, folder 05: Kenneth Strong
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Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 098, folder 41: John H. Taylor
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Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 098, folder 42: Ray Edward Taylor
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Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 099, folder 07: George A. Donnenwirth
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Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 099, folder 09: Harry G. Shutt
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Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 101, folder 10: James Maurice Gavin
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Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 101, folder 11: Thomas W. Graham
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Cornelius Ryan WWII papers, box 101, folder 12: Augustin S. Hart
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