Arthur A. Cantwell Papers and Still Images
1917-1919
WVM Mss 2072
0.8 linear ft. (2 archives boxes, 1 oversized box and 1 folder), 29 still images
Wisconsin Veterans Museum
(Map)
Papers and still images pertaining to the service of Arthur A. Cantwell, a Shawano, Wisconsin resident who served in the 107th Supply Train, 32nd Division during World War I, and survived the sinking of troop ship Tuscania in 1918. Papers include official military documents, letters from Cantwell to his parents and brothers, and newspaper clippings about the war and Cantwell's service. Throughout his training and service, Cantwell sent letters home praising the Army and the good influence it had on him, and keeping his family informed of any news he heard. Letters frequently discuss men who waited to be drafted into service or tried to avoid the draft and Cantwell's deep hatred of those unwilling to voluntarily serve. Of interest are materials in the collection pertaining to the Tuscania. In several letters, Cantwell described the event in detail, and also sent home a piece of canvas, his room ticket and billet ticket. Photographs include images from his training and service in Europe.
English
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