Donald A. Forsyth World War II photographs

Collection

Identifier: D.358

Staff Only

Biographical/Historical note

Donald A. Forsyth (1921- ) began his studies at the University of Rochester in the fall of 1939. He entered the United States Naval Reserve Midshipmen's School at Columbia University in April 1, 1943 and graduated in July 28, 1943. The UR Class of 1943 sent six men to the Midshipmen's School. They returned at the end of April for the UR graduation ceremoies in the Eastman Theater.

He was assigned to the U.S.S. Richard S. Bull D.E. 402. and served on the ship in Leyte Gulf, Philippine Islands in October 1944.

Scope and Contents

The photographs document the Midshipmen's class marching in formation on July 3, 1943. However, most of the photographs are taken aboard the D.E. 402. showing Neptune Ceremonies as they cross the Equator, and life on shipboard during wartime.

Creator

Forsyth, Donald A. (Person)

Dates

Creation: 1943-1945

Language of Materials

English

Extent

1 box(es)

Access

The Donald A. Forsyth World War II Photographs is open for research use. Researchers are advised to contact the Rare Books Special Collections & Preservation Department prior to visiting. Upon arrival, researchers will also be asked to fill out a registration form and provide photo identification.

Use

In consultation with a curator, reproductions may be made upon request. Permission to publish materials from the collection must be requested from a curator. Researchers are responsible for determining any copyright questions.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donald A. Forsyth donated the photographs to the Department of Rare Books and Special Collections on June 6, 2006.

Preferred Citation

[Item title, item date], Donald A. Forsyth World War II Photographs, D.358, Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation, River Campus Libraries, University of Rochester