Louis W. Collier collection
Acquisition
The collection was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 1996 by Paul B. Duff, the grandson of Louis W. Collier.
Scope and Content
Consists of material related to Louis W. Collier's experiences as a member of the American occupying forces in post-war Europe, particularly his role as director of the Werl-Westf. displaced persons (DP) camp for non-Jewish Poles in Germany. Includes correspondence with his family; photographs; a bound, handwritten log of camp activities illustrated with photos; and a photo album of handmade crafts. Also includes Polish emblems, one mounted on a wooden plaque, and one with a chain.
Genre
- Collection