VMI Archives Historical Rosters: Walker Kirtland Hancock

Historical Rosters Database

Walker Kirtland Hancock

Roster ID 14146
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First Name:	Walker
Middle Name:	Kirtland
Last Name:	Hancock
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Affiliation:	Training Camp Student, WWI
Biography & Genealogy:	Walker K. Hancock (b. 1901, d.1998) was not a VMI cadet. However, he completed military training at VMI. He attended the Third Training Camp June 15-August 15, 1918. A notable 20th century American sculptor, Hancock was also one of the famed Monuments Men during World War II. His father was Walter S. Hancock, VMI Class of 1890.

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