Emmett P. Bonner papers

Collection consists of correspondence, photographs, scrapbooks, certificates, medals, publications, newspaper clippings, and related materials documenting the life and naval career of Emmett P. Bonner during his service as an officer in the United States Navy. Correspondence includes both professional and personal letters. Professional correspondence relates to Bonner’s naval assignments, administrative responsibilities, commendations, professional affiliations, and other official activities. Personal letters consist primarily of communications Bonner wrote to family members during deployments, offering insight into his daily life. Photographs document Bonner’s naval service, including formal portraits, group photographs with fellow officers and enlisted personnel, shipboard life, ceremonies, and other official events. Scrapbooks compile photographs, clippings, programs, invitations, and memorabilia assembled either by Bonner or family members. Certificates consist of official documents recognizing Bonner’s promotions, qualifications, training completions, commendations, and other formal acknowledgments of achievement issued by naval or governmental authorities. Medals and awards represent honors conferred upon Bonner for service, merit, participation in campaigns, or other distinctions earned throughout his military career. Publications include programs, registrars, or other printed materials in connection with Bonner’s service and professional affiliations. Newspaper clippings contain articles, announcements, and notices relating to Bonner’s naval career, promotions, public recognition, community activities, and other notable events.