Robert N. Bond, Jr. collection
Collection
Identifier: MS-0435
This collection (three items) consists of items related to Robert N. Bond, Jr. (VMI Class of 1919). Included is a scrapbook compiled by Cadet Bond that covers the academic year 1915 to 1916. The scrapbook includes snapshots, dance programs, clipppings, and other VMI memorabilia. Topics of the photographs include classmates and friends, cadet life, athletics, faculty, and VMI buildings.
The collection also includes two letters from Bond to his father. The letter dated September 12, 1915 contains an extensive description of the life of a new cadet ("Rat"), including a description of hazing practices.
The collection also includes two letters from Bond to his father. The letter dated September 12, 1915 contains an extensive description of the life of a new cadet ("Rat"), including a description of hazing practices.
Dates
- 1915-1916
Creator
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions
Conditions Governing Use
Manuscript collections in the VMI Archives are made available for educational and research use. The VMI Archives should be cited as the source. The user assumes all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any copyright holders. Materials from our collections may
not be redistributed, published or reproduced without permission from the VMI Archives. Contact the VMI Archives for additional information.
Extent
3 items
Physical Location
Manuscripts stacks
- Correspondence
- Virginia Military Institute -- Athletics
- Virginia Military Institute -- Buildings, structures, etc -- Photographs
- Virginia Military Institute -- Cadet Life -- 1910-1919
- Virginia Military Institute -- Class of 1919
- Virginia Military Institute -- Photographs
- Virginia Military Institute -- Scrapbooks
- Virginia Military Institute -- Social life and customs
Creator
Repository Details
Part of the Virginia Military Institute Archives Repository
