The papers of Duke E. Jones are divided into three series: Papers, Photographs, and Audio.
Papers (1918-1980) contains correspondence and military papers that span Jones' thirty-seven years of military service and later involvement in veterans organizations. The correspondence includes some letters written to Jones during his military service, including several World War II V-mails and letters of thanks from Korean soldiers. Jones exchanged many letters with fellow veterans after his retirement, particularly his World War I comrades. These letters discuss reunions, health issues, and current events. Jones' military papers include a plethora of orders, which document his movements and appointments in the military. Awards and certificates, medical and pay records, and other personal service records convey both the quality and the longevity of Jones' service. Military ephemera includes three autograph books containing the well wishes of hundreds of military personnel who served with Jones over the course of his career. His involvement in many veterans' organizations is documented through programs, mailings, and membership cards. His membership in the Reserve Officers Association (ROA) is especially well represented, with documents from both the state and national level.
Photographs (1917-1979) contains shots from Jones' military service and his involvement in veterans organizations. The majority of the photographs document his service in the Korean War. Shots of official ceremonies, visiting Greek officers, and formal dinners give an officer's view of the conflict. Other military photographs include units shots from the Wisconsin National Guard and Company L of the 16th Infantry Regiment. Pictures from World War I and, later, from his retirement, span his entire military career. This series contains many snap shots from veterans group reunions and conventions. The ROA conventions are well represented, with both candids and formal group shots. There are several group shots from the 3rd & 6th Army Headquarters Reunion Association, to which Jones belonged but could rarely attend their Texas reunions.
