Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
This series contains over 300 black-and-white photographs (most 8 x 10) taken to document the activities of, and the individuals
who worked for, the New York State War Council. Photographs depict: the Emergency Food Commission; salvage collection; the
Physical Fitness Office; U.S. Cadet Nurses; the War Bond program; migrant labor camps; the Home Accident Prevention program;
Chinese labor as part of the Farm Manpower Service; publicity activities; War Council officers and personnel; victory gardens;
and child care institutions.
Creator:
Title:
Photographs of War Council agency activities
Quantity:
2.2 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
circa 1942-1945
Series Number:
A4299