The collection documents the hierarchical organization of the squadron and its interaction with other units of the American Legion. The materials reveal an aspect of the socialization of youth and illustrate an attempt to inculcate young people with values of conservatism and tradition. About two-thirds of the collection pertain to the squadron's Drum Corps. The records of the squadron proper do not extend beyond 1937, and there are few materials in general for the years 1939-1941. The collection is organized into three series: Squadron Records, Drum Corps Records, and Conventions.
The SQUADRON RECORDS and DRUM CORPS RECORDS include correspondence, minutes of meetings, annual reports, constitution and bylaws, plans for upcoming years, records of receipts and disbursements, and materials relating to fund-raising activities. There are materials concerning squadron and Drum Corps policy, publicity, social events, the squadron rifle team, and issues of the squadron newspaper, The Cudworth Heir (1935-1937). Much of the correspondence is to or from Joseph Hrdlick, chairman of both the squadron and Drum Corps. Correspondents include businessmen, post members, and other Legion administrators. Notable are the records concerning an amendment to the squadron's constitution defining administrative control, which Hrdlick introduced in 1939. A large proportion of the correspondence is with musical director Arthur F. MacCammond, and many of these letters deal with the logistics of performances or events. Drum Corps records include materials relating to rehearsals, competitions, parade routes, musical programs, and attendance statistics.
The series CONVENTIONS contains materials concerning state and national conventions, including programs, souvenirs, financial records, summaries of activities, competition scores, and awards.
