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to Sylvia and Moe Weiner

Alvin writes from basic training camp, he asks how Moe did in his induction exam. He also writes that they made him a drill instructor.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Alvin writes that there is a group of boys from out West that sing cowboy songs and they can sing really well.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Alvin just learned that Moe is in Salem, Oregon. He also learned that Algerian Jews had their citizenship revoked. He says this bothers him greatly for if he fought alongside a Frenchman, he would have no regard for him.

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to Sylvia and Moe

Alvin writes that he has finished flying. He compares flying to driving a car and then points out the differences.

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to Sylvia and Mad

Alvin describes the surrounding town and some of his fellow soldiers. He also talks about a girl he likes, and closes with a poem about how the army has made a man of him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Alvin writes that he feels strange about being overseas. He writes that the mail situation is really bad. He also mentions Sybil.

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to Mr. and Mrs. Greenfield

Alvin writes requesting various food items from his parents like salami and sardines. He says he hopes that his mom is feeling better.

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to Mr. and Mrs. Greenfield

Alvin writes that the weather has held up the ship that is bound for the U.S.

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to Sylvia and Mad

Alvin writes that he failed to become a pilot, and that he is very disappointed. He also tells a story of a fellow soldier who was killed in a plane crash. He writes he still plans to fly for himself someday.

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to Sylvia and Mad

Alvin hopes that Sylvia does not have another attack. He is glad she got promoted. Alvin also says he is concerned that he is spending the best years of his life in the army.

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