Document Type

Dissertation

First Faculty Advisor

Prescott, Mary

Keywords

Poetry; History; World War II; Guadalcanal

Publisher

Bryant University

Rights Management

All Rights Retained by Allison Orr and Bryant University

Abstract

My senior capstone project is the creation of a book of investigative poetry. The subject of the work is my grandfather, Wilfred V. Michaud. He was a lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. The poetry addresses the history of Michaud’s battalion and the battles it fought, as well as personal stories of Michaud’s life and experience in the service. Several secondary sources were used to gain historical context for the poetry. Additionally, primary sources were used to provide information about Michaud’s personal experiences. The combination of primary and secondary sources established the necessary background and inspiration for the project.

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