Monks, John Cherry, Jr., 1910-2004
Person
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Brother Rat collection
Collection
Identifier: MS-0005
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of photographs, playbills, clippings, correspondence, and other items documenting the stage and film versions of "Brother Rat."
John C. Monks collection
Collection
Identifier: MS-0229
Scope and Contents
This collection contains papers of John C. Monks, Jr, including:
- Materials relating to the theatrical production of "Brother Rat," such as a contract, original script, and receipts for services from Garson Kanin
- Items concerning various VMI Class of 1932 reunions
- Photographs
- Typescript manuscript (1944) of the book "A Ribbon and A Star: The Third Marines at Bougainville" published in 1945
Ronald Reagan appointment as honorary Brother Rat, Class of 1932, 1982
Item
Scope and Contents
Certificate from the VMI Class of 1932 appointing Ronald Reagan an honorary Brother Rat, signed by John C. Monks, Jr. Reagan played a role in the movie version of "Brother Rat." Also included is a letter from Reagan (dated June 15, 1982) acknowledging the certificate.