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Ames, Victor A.	Title: Victor A. Ames Papers and Photographs, Quantity: 1.0 linear ft. (2 archives boxes and 7 oversized folders) of papers, 7 folders of photographs, 7 folders of paper prints, 1 videocassette. Call Number: WVM Mss 933 Abstract: The papers and photograph of Victor A. Ames, who worked with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (N.A.T.O.) to locate and remove mines in Bosnia and Herzegovina following the Dayton Accords (1995) that ended open warfare in the area. Included are maps of Bosnia and the surrounding areas, many of which show mine fields. Posters meant to raise awareness about mines, one of which features Superman, are in the collection along with mine recognition cards that describe the different types of mines present in Bosnia. Materials from two United Nations organizations, including the Mine Action Center, show the work being done to eliminate the threat of mines, especially the location, identification, and destruction of existing mines. Three modern methods of mine removal are highlighted in some promotional materials from private companies. Newspaper articles contain information about Ames and his service, about mine removal in Bosnia, and about Bosnia in general. A color photocopy of an informational packet given to Diana, Princess of Wales shows her signature. Photographs include many shots of mines, mine explosion sites, and mine damaged vehicles. There are also three photographs of members of the multi-national Division Salamandre practicing mine identification techniques. Also included is a short promotional video advertising a mine removal device.
Wallin, Victor C., 1899-	Title: Victor C. Wallin Papers, 1937-1976 Quantity: 2.0 c.f. (5 archives boxes) Call Number: Northland Mss C Abstract: Papers, primarily 1950-1976, of Wallin, a Republican in the Wisconsin Assembly and a Bayfield County civic and conservation leader. Included is correspondence, reference materials, and clippings about his efforts to promote watershed management, other conservation activities, and legislative interests.
Berger, Victor L., 1860-1929	Title: Victor L. Berger Papers, 1862-1980 Quantity: 14.6 c.f. (33 archives boxes, 1 flat box, and 4 card boxes) and 56 reels of microfilm (35mm) Call Number: Mss 798; Micro 2031; Micro 2032 Abstract: Papers, mainly 1895 to 1929, of Victor Berger, a prominent Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Socialist Party leader and politician, newspaper editor, German-American community leader, and the first Socialist Party member in Congress, and of his wife Meta, longtime member (and first woman president) of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, and prominent in the Socialist Party and in women's rights, education, and peace issues. Included is correspondence, Congressional files and mailings, scrapbooks, speeches and writings, Social Democratic Party and Social-Democratic Publishing Company records, papers of their daughters, and other papers.
- - -	Title: Victory at Sea Films, 1952-1953 Quantity: 26 film reels (16 mm) Call Number: DC 596-DC 605; DF 868-DF 883 Abstract: This collection consists of all twenty-six episodes from the half-hour documentary television series Victory at Sea, originally broadcast on NBC in 1952 and 1953. Produced by Henry Salomon with narration by Leonard Graves and music by Richard Rodgers, the series used archival footage to present the history of naval warfare during World War II. The series won an Emmy award in 1954 for best public affairs program and in the same year was condensed into a feature film under the same title. All episodes are 16 mm, black and white prints with sound. They are arranged chronologically by original air date.
Victory Book Campaign	Title: Victory Book Campaign Records, 1940-1946 Quantity: 0.6 cubic ft. (2 boxes) 1 oversize folder Call Number: Local History Manuscript Collection 331 Abstract: The Victory Book Campaign collected books for the war effort from 1941-1943 and Milwaukee Public Library Director Richard E. Krug acted as Wisconsin’s state director of the campaign. Records include publicity for the campaign, correspondence, operational documents, and newspaper clippings.
Vietnam Moratorium Committee (U.S.)	Title: Vietnam Moratorium Committee Records, 1969-1970 Quantity: 2.0 c.f. (5 archives boxes), 1 disc recording, 16 photographs, and 2 posters Call Number: Mss 202; Audio 908A; Disc 116A; PH Mss 202; PH Mss 202 (5) Abstract: Records of the Vietnam Moratorium Committee, a national group of liberal students, faculty, members of Congress, and other concerned citizens that organized local debates, vigils, and other nonviolent activities protesting U.S. involvement in Vietnam. Concerning the October 15, 1969, Moratorium and later events the group supported are correspondence (largely incoming), publications, clippings, forms, and lists. There are also clippings, flyers, and forms received from various regional offices. Visual materials include photographs of group members and posters advocating social action.
Vietnam Veterans Against the War	Title: Vietnam Veterans Against the War Records, 1967-2006 (bulk 1967-1975) Quantity: 27.4 c.f. (23 record center cartons, 8 archives boxes, 2 flat boxes, 1 card box, and 1 oversize folder), 0.4 c.f. of photographs and drawings (1 archives box), 48 negatives on 10 strips (3 folders), 18 transparencies, 2 discs, 33 tape recordings, and 3 videorecordings; plus additions of 0.2 c.f. and 22 videorecordings Call Number: Mss 370; PH 4580; Disc 154A; Audio 898A; VHA 642; VBC 108-109; M93-167; M2012-012 Abstract: Records, mainly 1967-1975, of Vietnam Veterans Against the War (VVAW), a national organization formed in 1967 by Vietnam veterans who favored military withdrawal from Vietnam. After the war, VVAW worked for improved services and benefits for Vietnam veterans. Included are records of the national office, which was located in New York City and then Chicago, documenting national programs and activities, especially participation in anti-war demonstrations and the Winter Soldier war crimes investigation, as well as support for the rights of active-duty G.I.s around the world and political prisoners such as the Gainesville Eight, Gary Lawton, Ashby Leach, and the Leavenworth Brothers. Of special note is correspondence with various incarcerated prisoners. In addition to records from the national office there are records created by three local chapters: Brooklyn-Northern New Jersey (later Clarence Fitch), Madison, and Milwaukee, all focusing on the post-Vietnam War period and primarily documenting Agent Orange work and involvement in the peace movement during the 1980s and 1990s.
Clergy and Laymen Concerned About Vietnam (U.S.); David Fine Freedom Committee; GI Civil Liberties Defense Committee; Indochina Information Project; Indochina Program; Madison Area Peace Action Council; Madison Committee to End the War in Vietnam; National Peace Action Coalition (U.S.); People's Coalition for Peace and Justice	Title: Vietnam War Poster Collection, circa 1965-circa 1975 Quantity: 2.6 cubic feet (26 oversize folders) Call Number: PH 6042 (5) Abstract: Vietnam War posters published by various anti-war organizations including the American Friends Service Committee, Clergy and Laymen Concerned About Vietnam, Madison Committee to End the War in Vietnam, National Peace Action Coalition, People's Coalition for Peace and Justice, Indochina Program, Indochina Information Project, David Fine Freedom Committee, Vietnam Moratorium Committee, and GI Civil Liberties Defense Committee.
Viking Accordion Band	Title: Viking Accordion Band collection Quantity: 1 linear foot One half document box, 1 10-inch audio disc box Collection includes: papers, postcards, bound volume, audio discs, compact discs Call Number: mml035 Abstract: Materials documenting the Viking Accordion Band from Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Vilas Family	Title: Vilas Family Papers, 1813-1950 Quantity: 2.8 c.f. (7 archives boxes) Call Number: Green Bay Mss 86 Abstract: Correspondence of a family prominently connected with business and social affairs in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, together with some papers of their relatives in the Morse and Platt families also of that city. The majority of the correspondence consists of discussions of family matters, health, travel, and events received or sent by Cornelia Vilas Morse (1829-1916), her brothers and sisters, and her daughter Helen Vilas Morse (1871-?) and other children. Also included are letters concerning the military service of her husband, Cornelius W. Morse, in a Vermont regiment during the Civil War and correspondence from George W. Vilas concerning his experiences in France during World War I.
Bloom, Jo Tice	Title: Vilas House, Madison, Wisconsin, Photographs, 1960 Quantity: 16 transparencies (1 folder) Call Number: PH 6274 Abstract: Color transparencies made by Jo Tice Bloom of the Vilas House, 1 East Gilman Street, Madison, Wisconsin. Included are exterior views and some interiors, furnishings, and architectural details.
- - -	Title: Villa Louis Music Collection, 1825-1944 Quantity: 6.0 c.f. (16 flat boxes) Call Number: Mss 666 Abstract: Published and manuscript music kept by members of the Dousman Family at Villa Louis, their home in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin; including some compositions by Virginia Dousman Bigelow. Present is sheet music, anthologies, method books, manuscript compositions and notes, and miscellany. The copyright dates span 1825-1944 and most seem to have been printed about the time of copyright. The sheet music predominantly was published in the United States though some comes from Germany and France. The bulk of the sheet music dates 1890-1905 and includes numerous examples of what was designated “coon music” which now would be considered derogatory caricatures of Blacks.
Bay View (Wis.).	Title: Village of Bay View Records, 1879-1887 Quantity: 5 volumes 1 folder Call Number: City of Milwaukee Archival Collection 60 Abstract: Village of Bay View records. Contains four volumes, including a docket book, tax roll, and meeting minutes.
Ruffolo, Vincent F.	Title: Vincent F. Ruffolo AMC/Nash Collection 1914-1987 Quantity: 47 cubic feet (7 record center cartons, 25 archives boxes and 107 volumes) Call Number: UWP Manuscript Collection 13 Abstract: Nash Motors was an automobile manufacturer based in Kenosha from 1916 to 1938. From 1938 to 1954, Nash was the automotive division of the Nash-Kelvinator Corporation. Nash production continued from 1954 to 1957 after the creation of American Motors Corporation. This collection contains records from Nash Motors and the American Motors Corporation.
Roberts, Vincent, 1818-1888	Title: Vincent Roberts Papers, 1841-1903 Quantity: 0.8 c.f. (2 archives boxes) Call Number: Mss 397 Abstract: Business and family papers of Vincent Roberts, a nineteenth-century farmer in Dodge County, Wisconsin, justice of the peace, and real estate and loan agent. The collection consists of correspondence, financial records, a notebook of poetry and justice of the peace records, and biographical and miscellaneous materials. Most of the correspondence relates to Roberts' business as a loan agent, and provides insights into the common methods of purchase and transferral of property and wealth in nineteenth-century Wisconsin agricultural areas. Also touched upon are the governmental duties conferred upon those willing to accept them at the time of the organization of the state of Wisconsin.
Sheean, Vincent, 1899-	Title: Vincent Sheean Papers, 1933-1980 Quantity: 2.4 c.f. (2 record center cartons and 1 archives box) Call Number: Mss 950 Abstract: Papers of an American journalist whose works included newspaper articles, magazine stories, and volumes of both fiction and non-fiction, and who traveled extensively throughout the world from the 1920s until his death in 1975. In the course of his travels Sheean met or became acquainted with a number of important 20th-century figures, including Dorothy Thompson, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Mahatma Gandhi, King Faisal ibn al-Saud of Saudi Arabia, and Adlai Stevenson, the last of whom was one of Sheean's closest friends in American political circles. Sheean's papers deal mostly with the period of his life from the immediate post-World War II years to his death and include personal correspondence with his wife Diana, 1943-1971; correspondence with his publishers; a separate file of correspondence of Diana Sheean, much of which was with playwright Thornton Wilder; eight personal journals kept by Sheean, 1944-1958; manuscripts of a number of Sheean's works, both published and unpublished; subject files documenting Sheean's interests, such as opera, and contacts, which include Indira Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Adlai Stevenson; assorted financial records from 1933-1976; and an assortment of Sheean's passports and notebooks.
Hoxie, Vinnie Ream, 1847-1914	Title: Vinnie Ream Hoxie Papers, 1864-1962 Quantity: 0.4 c.f. (2 archives boxes) and 1 reel of microfilm (35mm) Call Number: Wis Mss MX; Micro 545 Abstract: Papers of sculptress Vinnie Ream Hoxie, including correspondence written by her and her husband opposing the impeachment of President Andrew Johnson (1866), several poems and a songbook written by her, and research materials prepared by Harold E. Miner between 1943 and 1962 including notes from the Ream collection at the Library of Congress, clippings, articles, an extensive bibliography, Miner's correspondence, and a draft biography of Ream.
Roberts, Virgil D.	Title: Virgil D. Roberts Papers, 1973-1984 Quantity: 2.0 c.f. (2 record center boxes) and 1 reel of microfilm (35mm) Call Number: M84-459; Micro 1004 Abstract: Papers of Virgil D. Roberts, a democratic Wisconsin Assemblyman from La Crosse. Roberts was first elected to the assembly in 1970, and served until 1984. While a representative, Roberts served on committees for Tax Reform, State Railroad Advisory, and Natural Resources as well as Primary and Secondary Education and others. The papers document Robert’s communication with his constituency and consist predominantly of legislative correspondence, press releases, and speeches, as well as a few photographs and news clippings featuring Roberts.
Muench, Virgil J., 1904-1971	Title: Virgil J. Muench Papers, 1939-1969 Quantity: 2.8 c.f. (7 archives boxes) Call Number: Wis Mss TD Abstract: Papers of Virgil J. Muench, a Green Bay, Wisconsin attorney, concerning his activities in the Green Bay Trade Independent Association, an organization of small businessmen who promoted local ownership and free enterprise; and his activities in Wisconsin conservation causes, especially the Izaak Walton League's fight, 1949-1954, against construction of a dam in Washburn County by the Namekagon Hydro Company. Included is correspondence, legal papers, articles and speeches by Muench, and other papers.
Vogel, Virgil J., 1918-1994	Title: Virgil J. Vogel Papers, 1919-1982 Quantity: 2.6 c.f. (7 archives boxes) Call Number: Mss 891 Abstract: Papers, mainly 1949-1979, of an Illinois socialist and historian about his involvement in various organizations in the left wing of the Socialist movement in the United States. Included are convention records, policy papers, minutes, correspondence, and other papers on the Libertarian Socialist League and the Socialist Party USA (SP USA), which Vogel helped to found (1949 and 1973, respectively) and the Debs Caucus and Illinois chapter of the Socialist Party-Social Democratic Federation (SP-SDF), as well as miscellaneous papers on other organizations and committees such as the Citizens Party of Illinois, the Proletarian Party, the Independent Socialist League, and the Young Communist League. In addition, there is extensive correspondence with socialists around the country deriving from his work, 1973-1974, as editor of the SP USA discussion bulletin, Hammer and Tongs. Prominent correspondents in the collection include party officials and members Abraham Bassford, William O. Hart, David McReynolds, Bill Munger, Burton Rosen, Carl Shier, Harry Siitonen, Tad Tekla, Lee Webster, and Frank Zeidler.
Georgieff, Virginia	Title: Virginia Georgieff Papers, 1942-1951 Quantity: 1.2 cubic ft. (3 boxes) 1 oversize folder Call Number: Local History Manuscript Collection 406 Abstract: Virginia Georgieff, a Milwaukee, Wisconsin native, served as a member of Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVE) in the US Navy from 1944 to 1946. This collection spans the years 1942–1951 and contains materials acquired during her time in various Navy training and service with the WAVE in New York, Washington, Iowa and Idaho.
Hart, Virginia	Title: Virginia Hart Papers, circa 1941-1972 Quantity: 1.4 c.f. (1 record center carton and 1 archives box) Call Number: M73-220 Abstract: Papers, mainly 1945-1966, of Virginia Hart, an instructor at the Wisconsin School for Workers during the 1940s and member of the Madison Citizens for Fair Housing, 1950 to 1964. The materials document labor instruction at the school and the fair housing drive in Wisconsin. Also documented is Hart’s interest in human rights and social welfare. Included is background and legislative material and some correspondence related to labor and housing issues.
Burke, Virginia M.	Title: Virginia M. Burke Papers, 1938-1977 Quantity: 2.8 cubic ft. (7 boxes) Call Number: UWM Manuscript Collection 37 Abstract: Papers of a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee English professor which include professional and personal correspondence, newspaper clippings, drafts of published works, copies of works submitted for publication, reviews, and notes. The professional correspondence includes thank you letters, letters of inquiry, rejection and acceptance letters from publishers, and routine correspondence with colleagues. The personal correspondence deals primarily with Burke's battle against heart disease. A large portion of the collection concerns Burke's involvement with professional organizations, particularly the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and the Wisconsin Council of Teachers of English (WCTE). The collection also reflects her interest in Black literature. She taught courses in Black literature, and she served on the advisory board for the Negro-American Literature Forum, which later became the Black American Literature Forum.
Central High School (La Crosse, Wis.). Shaver, Virginia Laurel	Title: Virginia Shaver Collection of Central High School (La Crosse, Wisconsin) Memorabilia Physical Description: 0.2 cubic foot Call Number: MSS 152 Abstract: The Virginia Shaver collection of Central High School memorabilia consists of athletics ephemera, classmates' calling cards, programs from various school events (drama, music, etc.), commencement programs, clippings, and other assorted ephermal items from Shaver's time as a student at Central High School. Materials range in date from 1922 through 1925.
Seppo, Matt	Title: Vis Family Papers Quantity: 0.02 cubic feet (1 folder) Call Number: MISC MSS 170 Abstract: The Vis Family Papers include photographs, a family history, and assorted other documents pertaining to the Cornelius Vis family of Holmen, Wisconsin. This family emigrated from Holland to Wisconsin.
Visiting Nurse Service (Madison, Wis.)	Title: Visiting Nurse Service Records, 1924-1960 Quantity: 0.2 c.f. (1 archives box) and 1 reel of microfilm (35mm) Call Number: Mss 162; Micro 2038 Abstract: Records of the Visiting Nurse Service in Madison, Wisconsin, an organization which provides in-home nursing care for sick and chronically ill patients at the request of doctors, hospitals, families, or social agencies. VNS was a part of the Attic Angels, a private charitable organization, from its founding in 1908 until separation in 1950. The records document activities of both the Service and the Attic Angels in minutes, reports of the Nursing Committee, and correspondence.
Vitaphone Corp United Artists Corporation	Title: Vitaphone Music Licenses: United Artists Corporation records, Series 8.5, 1927-1946 Quantity: 1.4 cubic feet (1 record center carton and 1 archive box) Call Number: U.S. Mss 99AN/8.5 Abstract: Licenses for songs used in Warner Bros. Vitaphone features and shorts between 1927-1946.
United Artists Corporation	Title: Vitaphone Shorts - Dialogues: United Artists Corporation Records, Series 8.3, circa 1930s-circa 1950s Quantity: 3.6 cubic feet (9 archives boxes) Call Number: U.S. Mss 99AN/8.3 Abstract: Dialogues and title lists for around 600 Vitaphone shorts, both entertainment and non-fiction.
Vitaphone Corp; United Artists Corporation	Title: Vitaphone Shorts Films: United Artists Corporation Records, Series 8.1, 1926-1949 Quantity: 1450 films (16 mm) and 5 videorecordings (access copies) Call Number: AA 602-AA 860; AA 862-AA 999; AB 001-AB 722; AB 877; AC 194; CA 030-CA 358; (U.S. Mss 99AN/8.1) Abstract: Short films featuring vaudevillians, bands, opera singers, comedians, and other performers. They were made to be shown in the theater as part of the film program preceding the feature length films.
United Artists Corporation	Title: Vitaphone Shorts Scripts: United Artists Corporation Records, Series 8.2, circa 1930s-circa 1950s Quantity: 4.2 cubic feet (11 archives boxes) Call Number: U.S. Mss 99AN/8.2 Abstract: Scripts for more than 250 short films in the Vitaphone series produced by Warner on a wide range of topics. Of special interest are profiles of popular musicians of the Big Band era, including Bob Wills, Jan Garber, Cliff Edwards, and Latin and Hawaiian bands. In many cases more than one item is available for the listed title.
Vivent Health [Digitized content]	Title: Vivent Health Records, 1985-2019 Quantity: 15.2 cubic ft. (35 boxes including 53 video cassettes) 7 audio cassettes 4 oversize folders 979 digital files (2.03 TB) Call Number: UWM Manuscript Collection 335 Abstract: Founded in 1985 as AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin, Vivent Health is a national model for providing comprehensive, integrated health and social services to HIV patients. The collection documents the development of Vivent Health from a small provider of limited social services to the largest provider of HIV-health care services in Wisconsin and the most comprehensive AIDS service organization in the United States. It includes administrative records relating to governmental advocacy, annual reports, financial statements, strategic plans, board meeting minutes, and originating documents. It also contains photographs, posters, and audiovisual material related to the fight against HIV/AIDS in Wisconsin.