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1. Rena Robbins collection, 1942-1945 : Veterans History Project (U.S.)

   9 photographs.. 40 letters (158 pages). -- Veterans History Project, American Folklife Center, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

   Summary:

   Collection includes photographs and correspondence written by Rena Robbins to her parents about her experiences as a United Service Organizations (USO) performer during World War II.

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2. Leonora Jackson McKim papers, 1854-1969

   approximately 2,000 items. 30 containers. 13 linear feet. -- Music Division, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

   Summary:

   Leonora Jackson McKim was one of the first American female concert violinists to achieve international acclaim. She made her debut in 1896 and was awarded the Mendelssohn State Prize in 1898. She performed for royalty in Britain, Germany, and Sweden and was decorated by Queen Victoria in 1899. In 1915, she married Dr. William Duncan McKim (1855-1935) and they lived in Washington, D.C. The collection contains printed and manuscript music (chiefly for violin and piano), writings, correspondence, photographs, publicity materials, artwork, and miscellaneous items.