Frederick A. Hippey World War II certificates

Creator:
Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972
Extent:
4 items
Scope and content:

Includes the citation: "In grateful memory of Major Frederick A. Hippey who died in the service of his country in the Asiatic Area, August 6, 1945". Signed by President Truman.

Also included are three certificates in Chinese:

  • Appointment of Hippey as an instructor in the artillery section of the Training Corps, Yunnan Branch of Military Council of China signed by Chiang Kai-shek, Head of Training Corps
  • Certificate of award in consideration of meritorious services
  • The Special Breast Order of the Cloud and Banner, presented by the National Government of China, Chiang Chung-Cheng, President, January 30, 1946

Language:
English

Access and use

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Virginia Military Institute Archives
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Virginia Military Institute
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