The Grassburr, Yearbook of Tarleton State College, 1965 Page: 2
256 p. : ill., ports. ; 31 cm.View a full description of this yearbook.
Extracted Text
The following text was automatically extracted from the image on this page using optical character recognition software:
MEMORIAM
MAJOR JOSEPH W.
BURKETT
As Tarleton grows and fulfills its aims as an institution of higher learning, so it con-
tributes much to the society to which it belongs. The lives of the people who have been
a part of Tarleton have all become a part of the success of their country in some way.
The citizen, the teacher, the military man---these are typical of the people of Tarleton.
Major Joseph W. Burkett was a living tribute to Tarleton. He lost his life in a Viet
Cong ambush July 13, 1964 in Viet Nam. A top-rate citizen, Major Burkett set a fine
example for the young men he instructed as associate professor of military science. His
many medals and decorations represent an outstanding military career and a life of serv-
ice for his fellow man. The memorial fund set up in Major Burkett's honor is only a
small, simple tribute to a man of Tarleton.IN
Bi UEETT
Upcoming Pages
Here’s what’s next.
Search Inside
This yearbook can be searched. Note: Results may vary based on the legibility of text within the document.
Tools / Downloads
Get a copy of this page or view the extracted text.
Citing and Sharing
Basic information for referencing this web page. We also provide extended guidance on usage rights, references, copying or embedding.
Reference the current page of this Yearbook.
Tarleton State College. The Grassburr, Yearbook of Tarleton State College, 1965, yearbook, Spring 1965; Stephenville, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth541980/m1/6/: accessed July 16, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Tarleton State University.