Name/Title
Certificates, Affidavits, and Customs DeclarationsDescription
Document titled "Certificates, Affidavits, and Customs Declarations" shows proof of ownership of a German-made firearm: I-P-38, semi-automatic 9mm. Line 1 narrative certifies and declares that the following items of government property (xxxxxxx-illegible type) me and are my personal property. Printed name of signature line is: Wilbur R. Clapp. Underneath this line is the line T/4-15083994.
Item 2 on the document is certification by Clapp's CO, identifying Clapp as an enlisted man. The Commanding Officer cites his authority of the Theater Commander for Clapp to keep the firearm. Signature line for the CO shows: Edward W. Clark. Underneath this line is his Rank and Arm: Capt W/, and date 7-9 - (handwritten), with year 1945 stamped.
Physical Description: 7.75" x 12.25"Collection
Bowlby, MikeAcquisition
Accession
2014.046Source or Donor
Bowlby, MikeAcquisition Method
DonationPublication Details
Author
government formDate Published
Jul 9, 1945Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Wilbur R. ClappPerson or Organization
Edward W. ClarkCreate Date
February 7, 2015Update Date
January 6, 2024