Karl Tyree Collection, 1818-2005 | UNA Archives and Special Collections

Name: Karl Tyree Collection, 1818-2005

Historical Note: Karl Tyree, Jr. was born in Florence, Alabama in 1925. His educational background includes Florence State University, Auburn University, and the University of Alabama Law School. He served in World War 2 and recvied the Bronze Star for his courage and aggressiveness during engagements in France and Germnay in 1944 and 1945. He set up his law practice in Florence in 1949 and in 1955, became the Executive Director of Florence Housing Authoriy. He was the grandson of Dr. Henry J. Willingham, president of Florence Normal in the early 1900s.

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