The Tennessee State Library and Archives’ World War I collections are unique in that so many papers are interrelated, especially those involving the 30th Infantry, known as the “Old Hickory Division.” The collections bear great significance for scholars and students of World War I especially those researching Tennessee’s contributions. Tennesseans served with distinction at St. Mihiel, the Meuse-Argonne offensive, the Somme, and the Battle for the Hindenburg Line.

Click here for a description of some of the Library and Archives’ major holdings.

Of particular interest to researchers in this region, the TN State Library & Archives has a digital collection of material related to Alvin C. York’s life and military service.  Click here to search or browse the Alvin C. York Collection.