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to Daddy

One letter addressed to James Marion Benson from Eris B. Benson dated May 19, 1943. Relays that he will not be able to write for two weeks. Inquires about watermelons growing on the farm.

GLC09954.118

to Mom and Dad

One letter addressed Eris B. Benson from W.B. Alderman dated May 31, 1943. Reflects on Benson's military service and "God's will" during the war. Remarks on Benson's description of the men he is serving with.

GLC09954.120

to Bonner

One letter addressed to Eris B. Benson from Anna Petty Benson dated June 24, 1943. Pertains to updates of his siblings, the farm, and advising him to read the bible when he feels frustrated.

GLC09954.121

to Bonner

One letter addressed to Eris B. Benson from Anna Petty Benson dated June 28, 1943. Pertains to updates of his siblings and the farm.

GLC09954.123

to Bonner

One letter addressed to Eris B. Benson from James Marion Benson dated June 25, 1943. Pertains to baptism, faith and whether or not Eris is perceived as a "pawn of Satan."

GLC09954.124

[Benson family collection, 1939-1945]

Collection of 314 items belonging to the Benson family dated 1939-1945. Consists of correspondence, religious printings, prayer books, postcards and official documents. Benson primarily corresponds with his family who are located in Tallassee...

GLC09954

to Will

One letter addressed to Willie Faye Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 1, 1942. Pertains to daily life while stationed in Camp Shelby, Mississippi. Mentions difficulty in attaining a day pass.

GLC09954.046

to Ann

One letter addressed to Annie Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 1, 1942. Inquires about bonds and if she and their brother have been able to sing.

GLC09954.048

to Mamma

One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 21, 1942. Pertains to writing letters with family members.

GLC09954.068

to Mamma

One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 31, 1942. Pertains to daily life while stationed at Camp Shelby, Mississippi. Mentions health, receiving letters and the weather.

GLC09954.075

to Mamma

One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 1, 1942. Responding to letters received from family members.

GLC09954.047

to Daddy and Mamma

One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 11, 1944. Pertains to daily life while stationed in Indonesia. Mentions Japanese government propaganda, military payment and other subjects.

GLC09954.253

Enlisted Man's Pass

One copy of a day pass permitting Eris B. Benson to be absent from his service dated March 28, 1943.

GLC09954.112