General Robert Barrow (1991)
Louisiana Legends Gala
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Event
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1991-12-08
Duration: 00:17:48
Subjects: Barrow, Robert H. | Military | Veterans | United States. Marine Corps.
Contributors:
- Weill, Gus Host
- Barrow, Robert Speaker
Description
This segment from the 1991 Louisiana Legends Gala features a speech by retired General Robert Barrow accepting his recognition as a Louisiana Legend. During his 41 years as a United States Marine, General Barrow served in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. He was also the 27th Commandant of the Marine Corps from 1979-1983. Host: Gus Weill