The Albert M. George Papers provide information about the experience of being an American prisoner of the Japanese during World War II. George was a member of the 101st Field Artillery, Philippine Army and was captured when Bataan fell in 1942.

The collection contains a journal dating from 1945-1947 which includes a brief account of his time as a prisoner of war. It also has clippings containing biographical information relating to George from the period 1949-2002.

Manny Lawton, Clemson alumnus (class of 1940), author, and lecturer. Served as battalion military advisor with the Philippine Army until Allied forces fell to the Japanese during WWII. Survived the atrocities of Bataan, only to subsequently spend 3 ½ years as a prisoner of war. Lawton's ability and willingness to share his experiences give great insight into the struggles of imprisoned soldiers during wartime.