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Office of the Executive Vice President. Paul H. Musser Records, 1922-1948 (inclusive) 1940-1946 (bulk)

Extent:
4 cubic feet
Abstract:
Paul H. Musser was promoted to Administrative Vice President of the University of Pennsylvania in July of 1939. During World War II, Musser held the important position as the chairman of the University Committee on National Defense which coordinated the University's war efforts. The Office of the Executive Vice President, Paul H. Musser Administration Records consist of documents, publications, and the correspondence of Musser with regard to the University of Pennsylvania and the Second World War, particularly in Musser's capacity of the chair of the University Committee on National Defense.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

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Naval Training Unit Records, 1943-1952 (inclusive) 1943-1948 (bulk)

Extent:
6.25 cubic feet
Abstract:
The Naval Training Unit was established at the University of Pennsylvania in the early 1940s as part of the United States mobilization in response to the growing threats of World War II. The Naval Training Unit Records documents the administrative and academic activities of the V-5, V-7, and V-12 Units at the University of Pennsylvania during World War II.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]