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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