Armand Casini Papers

Collection

Identifier: TMD113

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Includes pen and ink maps titled: "The Mountaineers" (7 originals numbered 2-8, 8 copies numbered 1-8) and a book of cartoon drawings from Reunion in Europe (1969).

Dates

1969, undated

Creator

Language of Materials

Materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Copyright

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Biographical / Historical

Casini was born in New Jersey. Completed four years of college and was working as a draftsman when he enlisted in the Army on August 5, 1943 at Newark, New Jersey. Joined the 10th Mountain Division at Camp Hale, Colorado where he was assigned to the 85th Infantry Regiment, Company I. Later, served with the 3rd Battalion Headquarters Company of the 85th and with the 10th Mountain Division Headquarters. During combat operations in Italy, received a Bronze Star Medal for his service in the Apennines and Po River battles.