Collection: William A. Tidwell papers

The collection includes 4 routine letters (1965-1968) from General William Westmoreland to Tidwell; Tidwell's Legion of Merit citation and certificate, awarded for his service as Chief of the Reconnaissance and Photographic Intelligence Division in Vietnam, 1964-1965; other certificates and citations; and 3 photographs.

Dates

1956 - 1997

Creator

Tidwell, William A. (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions.

Conditions Governing Use

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Extent

17 items

Additional Description

Biographical / Historical

Miscellaneous papers (17 items) of Brigadier General William Albert Tidwell, Jr., USA (b. 1918 d. 1999) Tidwell was a graduate of the Virginia Military Institute Class of 1939. During his military career he worked primarily as an Intelligence officer, and subsequently was with the Central Intelligence Agency. Agency.ale Agency in the 1950's and 1960's.