Collection: Henry J. Foresman Papers

The papers consist primarily of Foresman's World War II service records; extensive information regarding Foresman and Joyce family genealogy (his maternal ancestors), including Daughters of the American Revolution application material that traces his maternal ancestry to Revolutionary War soldier Dominicus Libby; biographical information; and miscellaneous personal correspondence, certificates, and photographs.

Dates

1941 - 1990

Creator

Foresman, Henry J., 1919-2000 (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions

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Extent

1 cubic feet

Additional Description

Biographical / Historical

Henry J. Foresman, attorney, was a member of the VMI Class of 1941. During World II he served in the Pacific Theater with the 121st Field Artillery Battalion of the 32nd (Red Arrow) Infantry Division. He was graduated from the Washington & Lee University School of Law in 1948 and spent his career practicing law in Buena Vista and Lexington, Virginia. He died in 2000.