Cases Handled by Julien Cornell: Leonard Mehr
Scope and Contents
[conscientious objector who refused induction; "Mehr had been discharged from service with the military forces on medical grounds, and was serving with the Merchant Marine when he refused to go into the Army under a second induction notice from his draft board. Although a discharged veteran, who subsequently became a conscientious objector, he received no leniency from the sentencing judge."]
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is restricted until 2020. Information concerning individual conscientious objectors must not be disclosed. Researchers wishing to use the collection must sign a form agreeing to this stipulation. Consult Swarthmore College Peace Collection staff for details.
Physical Access Note
All or part of this collection is stored off-site. Contact Swarthmore College Peace Collection staff at peacecollection@swarthmore.edu at least two weeks in advance of visit to request boxes.
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