John William Whitman Research Grant

The John William Whitman Research Grant, supported by the Army Heritage Center Foundation, offers up to $1,750 to independent researchers exploring military history at the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC). This prestigious grant aims to facilitate access to a vast collection of over 14 million pages of manuscripts and 3 million photographs, allowing scholars to delve into under-explored topics. Funds cover lodging, meals, and travel expenses, ensuring researchers can focus on their important work.

In honor of Lieutenant Colonel John William Whitman, the Army Heritage Center Foundation is pleased to announce the LTC John William Whitman Research Grant. This grant of up to $1,750 is designed to provide monetary support to unfunded independent researchers who are working on under-explored topics of military history. Funded research is to be conducted at the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC) in Carlisle, Pa.
Funding
Funds to support a grantee’s research is calculated on the following basis – up to $1,750 to cover lodging and meals for any nights spent in the local area when conducting research, mileage reimbursement or airfare to USAHEC and an allowance for photocopying. Upon the submittal of vouchers and receipts, the Foundation will reimburse grantee for expenses related to research.

Eligibility

Funded research is to be conducted at the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC) in Carlisle, Pa.