Heartfelt, one-of-a-kind memorial scrapbook created by Jack in tribute to his older brother, Robert, who passed away at age 19 shortly after beginning college at the University of Oklahoma. This emotional collection includes Robert’s high school diploma, ephemera, condolence letters from friends and family, and personal reflections.
The scrapbooks offer a rare glimpse into the strength of a post-war American family coping with profound loss. Robert had contracted polio at age six, yet overcame incredible odds—learning to walk again, starting a small business as a teen, and attending college. His story is a powerful example of resilience and ambition, cut tragically short.
Jack’s tribute captures not only grief but admiration, love, and the enduring impact of a sibling bond. A poignant piece of mid-20th century ephemera that reflects the era’s struggles with illness, loss, and hope.