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- CSTW Supports University of Tennessee VeteransThe Center for the Study of Tennesseans and War supported University of Tennessee, Knoxville veterans by donating food and drink at the Veteran Success Center on campus on Veteran’s Day. The Center also set up materials from our archive to celebrate… Read more: CSTW Supports University of Tennessee Veterans
- Center Interview General James M. “Mike” HolmesOn November 14, 2025, the Center for the Study of Tennesseans and War interviewed Air Force General James M. “Mike” Holmes. General James M. “Mike” Holmes is 4-Star General in the United States Air Force. He was born in Knoxville, TN… Read more: Center Interview General James M. “Mike” Holmes
- CSTW Staff and Interns Support Local VeteransThe Staff and Interns for the Center for the Study of Tennesseans and War (CSTW) supported local veterans at the inaugural Veteran Town Hall, established by the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Veteran Success Center, the Tennessee Department of Veteran Services, and… Read more: CSTW Staff and Interns Support Local Veterans
- Fall 2025 Intership Continues to ThriveThe Fall 2025 intership continues to thrive at the Center for the Study of Tennesseans and War at the University of Tennessee. This year, the interns have worked on social media, StoryMap projects, archival digitization, and more. The interns will continue… Read more: Fall 2025 Intership Continues to Thrive
- Naval History ConferenceOur Director, Dr. Chris Magra, was invited to present a research paper at the McNeil Center last week. The McNeil Center is part of the University of Pennsylvania. The Center is one of the premiere American history organizations in the United… Read more: Naval History Conference
- Dr. Chris Magra Speaks at Sevier Day to Commemorate the King’s Mountain BattleOn September 20, 2025, Dr. Chris Magra, Director for the Center for the Study of Tennesseans and War, spoke at Knoxville’s Sevier Day to Commemorate the Battle of King’s Mountain which took place on October 7, 1780. This event took place… Read more: Dr. Chris Magra Speaks at Sevier Day to Commemorate the King’s Mountain Battle
- John Saylor Interviewed at CenterJohn Saylor was interviewed by the Center’s Director, Dr. Chris Magra, on September 15, 2025. Saylor is a War on Terror Veteran. Coming from a military family, Saylor was excited to join the military. Saylor’s interview discusses his history, his war… Read more: John Saylor Interviewed at Center
- Stories of the Manhattan Project: Wilbur S. AndersonOn July 29, 2025, Gail E. Link, daughter of uranium courier during the Manhattan Project, Wilbur S. Anderson, was interviewed a second time by the Center’s Director, Dr. Chris Magra. Anderson was drafted on June 1, 1943 but later worked with… Read more: Stories of the Manhattan Project: Wilbur S. Anderson
- Bill Conner Interviewed by Gracie Amburn at CSTWThis is a follow-up interview with Bill Conner, a retired Air Force Master Sergeant and currently the Military and Family Readiness Manager, 134th Air Refueling Wing at McGhee Tyson Airport. Conner has served with the United States Air Force and the… Read more: Bill Conner Interviewed by Gracie Amburn at CSTW
- Center Intern, Emma Patterson, Wins Achievement AwardEmma Patterson, a friend and intern to the Center for the Study of Tennesseans and War, has been awarded the Achievement Award in the Arts and Sciences, Classics Division for her EUReCA poster and presentation. This research started with her internship… Read more: Center Intern, Emma Patterson, Wins Achievement Award
- Center Intern, Gracie Amburn, Wins AwardCenter Intern, Gracie Amburn, wins award at the Arts and Science Undergraduate Research Symposium (ASUReS), University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
- Stories of the Manhattan Project: Wilbur S. AndersonMarch 11 2025. Dr. Chris Magra, director for the Study of Tennesseans and War, interviewed Gail E. Link about her father, Wilbur S. Anderson about his service in World War II. Anderson was drafted on June 1, 1943 but later worked… Read more: Stories of the Manhattan Project: Wilbur S. Anderson
- New Documentary Shares Insight into Tennessee’s Civil War PastOn December 31st, 1862 on the banks of Stone’s River, one of the most hellish battles of the Civil War would take place. However, as bullets rained and cannons thundered, one man within the ranks of the Army of Tennessee, facing… Read more: New Documentary Shares Insight into Tennessee’s Civil War Past
- Dr. James Williams Interviewed by Gracie Amburn at CSTWDr. James Williams is an associate professor in the Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management Department at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Before joining the faculty, Williams served in the Air Force. We are proud to work with Dr. Williams and share… Read more: Dr. James Williams Interviewed by Gracie Amburn at CSTW
- Tom Cruise Interviewed by Gracie Amburn at CSTWThe Center for the Study of Tennesseans of War was pleased to interview Tom Cruise, current director for the Veterans Success Center at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and Air Force veteran, serving six years as crew chief of the F-16.… Read more: Tom Cruise Interviewed by Gracie Amburn at CSTW
- Stories of the Manhattan Project: An Interview with Gail E. LinkMarch 11 2025. Dr. Chris Magra, director for the Study of Tennesseans and War, interviewed Gail E. Link about her father, Wilbur C. Anderson about his service in World War II. Anderson was drafted on June 1, 1943 but later worked… Read more: Stories of the Manhattan Project: An Interview with Gail E. Link
- A Successful SymposiumNine scholars from universities around the country came Knoxville to present their original research.
- Nathaniel Adams Interviewed by Gracie Amburn at CSTWNathaniel Adams was interviewed by intern Gracie Amburn on February 7, 2025. At the time of this interview, Nathaniel Adams has served for over 14 years in the Army National Guard. Adams is a senior at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville… Read more: Nathaniel Adams Interviewed by Gracie Amburn at CSTW
- Dr. Ricardo A. Herrera: Declaration of Independence SymposiumDr. Ricardo A. Herrera will be our keynote speaker at the Declaration of Independence Symposium to be held on March 1 at 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
- The Military History of the Declaration of Independence Symposium March 1, 2025 at the UTK Baker Center As the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence approaches, it is important to remember that this foundational document was written during a war. The Declaration was, in large part,… Read more: The Military History of the Declaration of Independence Symposium
- Dr. Chris Magra Interviews Korean War VeteransDr. Chris Magra interviewed several Korean War Veterans: Conley Miracle, Bill Clark, Charles Anderson, Bernet (Posy) Poczobut, Ray Hayes, and Harold Maples on January 8, 2025. The interview is live on our YouTube channel. More for information, please contact the center.
- Daughters of the American Revolution, Cavett Station
- Center’s Interns Visit UT’s Special Collections
- Adam Alfrey visits the Center for Tennesseans and War
- David Hearnes visits the Center for Tennesseans and WarDavid Hearnes, executive director for the Blount Mansion in historical downtown Knoxville, Tennessee, visited the Center for the Study of Tennesseans and War to speak with its interns. Hearnes discussed the rewards of public history, historic preservation, and community service opportunities.
- Pat Gang, historian, meets with the Center’s Interns
- Sharp’s Ridge Veterans Memorial Park Dedication
- Tennessee and WW2 SymposiumThe East Tennessee Historical Society held a symposium July 8-10, 2024 on historical connections between our region and World War II. Center Director Dr. Chris Magra was invited to talk about our archives. He partnered with Dr. John Romeiser and the… Read more: Tennessee and WW2 Symposium
- WWII and the SmokiesThe Veterans Heritage Site Foundation held a ceremony to honor WWII veterans who lived in the Smoky Mountains on Saturday, June 15 in Townsend, TN. Veterans invited our Director, Dr. Chris Magra, to speak about the history of the war and… Read more: WWII and the Smokies
- Two-Star Major General Stephen A. Clark
- History Department Awards Night
- Private John Russell Donation
- Morilak Family Donation and Interview
- Tackle Box Donation
- Interview with Robert Yokley
- Interns Return With Gifts!!
- Intern Family Ties
- Interview with Chad Faulkner
- Interview with Captain Connor Pearce
- Veteran’s Day Event
- Donation from the Johnson-Milner Family
- Visit from Adam H. Alfrey
- Interview with Major Kelly Waugh
- Visit from Dr. Warren Dockter
- Veterans Day Event
- William Blount’s Impeachment
- Gold Star Mother & Family Day
- Interview With Former P.O.W. William Robinson
- Special Collections Visit
- Our New Interns
- War Dog Ceremony
- WW2 Veteran William Phelps
- Interview with Major Kevin Mason (ret.)
- Interview with Robert Chittum
- Interview with Kimberly DiDomenico
- Interview With Bill Conner
- Interview with Nick McCall
- Interview with Marilyn Childress
- Interview with MSgt. Tammy Silvers-Haller
- New WWII Donation for the Center