Warren W. Hoover Collected Papers
Abstract
Collection includes typed and handwritten lists, clippings and notices about conscientious objectors that had been dismounted from a scrapbook compiled by Warren W. Hoover. Eight folders are arranged the home state of the conscientious objector; nine are arranged by the religious denomination supporting the COs; the remainder, about 2.5 linear feet, is arranged chronologically; includes conscientious objection to the Vietnam War; materials date from 1956 to 1970.
Dates
- Creation: Majority of material found within 1956-1970
Language of Material
Materials are in English.
Restrictions on Access
Collection is open for research without restrictions.
Biographical / Historical
Warren W. Hoover; pastor of the Church of the Brethren before becoming executive director of the National Interreligious Service Board for Conscientious Objectors, June 1969-September 1983.
Extent
3 linear ft. (3 linear feet.)
Subject
- Hoover, Warren W. (Person)
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
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