February 25, 1945

Henry, Glenn A., fl. 1945

Typed document

Title: Headquarters Seventh Army

The document, written by Glenn A. Henry, Captain, AGD, Assitant Adjutant General, is headed SECRET, and the subject is attachment order. The document says that, upon assumption of sector by Commanding General, XXI Corps, the units listed are relieved from duty in that area.

GLC09591.09.04

10 February1945

Milburn, F.W., fl. 1945

Typed document

Title: Headquarters XXI Corps

The document, written by F.W. Milburn, Major General, U.S. Army, is writing to the commanding officer of the 969th Field Artillerly Battilion, is subjected 'Commendation.' It states the operation at Colmar, France was successful due to the particularly outstanding efforts of the battalion.

GLC09591.09.05

February 7, 1945

Gay, Hobart R., fl. 1945

Typed document

Title: Headquarters XXI Corps

The document, written by Hobart R. Gay, Brigadier General detailing general extract orders. The 969th Field Artillery Battalion is named as being exemplary in the Bastogne, Belgium. The document is labeled 'Restricted' and issued by Gay under the command of Lieutenant General Patton.

GLC09591.09.06

25 April 1945

Patton, George S. (George Smith), 1885-1945

Typed letter

Title: Headquarters XXI Corps

The document is a typed copy of correspondence between Lieutenant General G.S. Patton and Major General Troy H. Middleton. Patton is thanking Middleton for the bravery of his troops at Bastogne and their subsequent movements in the Rhine. Middleton writes back that he is humbled by the honor and has trashing to his officers Patton's words of appreciation.

GLC09591.11.02

25 March 1969

Garaudy, Ellis H., 1948-1979

Autograph letter

Title: to Nancy Anderson

Garaudy reports that the Phan Rang Air Base where he is stationed has been "getting hit often lately." He states there was a rumor that the forces would be going to Saigon. Garaudy asks Nancy if she received his postcard from Alaska. He mentions he bought her a gift, and has another birthday gift in mind for her. Garaudy writes that this letter will be short because he wants to rest for duty tonight and provides Nancy with his mailing address.

GLC09597

1950-1952

Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957

Header Record

Title: Letters to Mrs. John M. Pemberton [Decimalized .01-.20]

Collection consists of twenty dated 1950 to 1952 from John M. Pemberton to his wife from South Korean military bases. Correspondence largely details his anticipation to return home, expected military combat near Pyongyang, entertainment by the USO tour, financial matters, military personnel changes and rumors of when they would be discharged.

GLC09598

January 16, 1919

Huggins, Glenn A., fl. 1919

Autograph letter

Title: To Alice

This letter is from a soldier of the 10th company of the 161st Depot Brigade named Glenn. It is written to Alice and mentions previously being in the 80th division of the 318 infantry. He says that when they arrived they were sent right on to the front. He also mentions being sick and says he thinks it was a bit of the flu. "I think I just about had the Flu I was in bed a few days and the Doc came to see me. Lot of the boy's died there in the hospital with the Flu. I went to the Hospital one day and looked in the window at the boys and that was enough for me. Most all of my company was sick…

GLC09599

1966

Header Record

Title: [letters to Nancy Anderson] [Decimalized .01-.33]

35 letters, 1 newspaper clipping, 1966-70, Metairie, Lousiana. Nancy Anderson (fl. 1966-1970) is the recipient of letters from her mother and grandmother and grandfather. These letters extend over the period of time while she is enrolled in college. She visits home in Louisiana often. She is also the recipient of letters from Ellis H. Garaudy (b. 1948-1979), a Vietnam War enlistee : (See records: GLC09597, GLC09603, and GLC09605).

GLC09600

9 August 1966

Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy Anderson's mother writes that she sends her love to her. Nancy's mother mentions she took Bobby, Steve, Wils and Keith fishing in the morning and jests that it has been quiet without "someone's," possibly inferring Nancy's, friends calling. Her mother tells Nancy to take care of herself.

GLC09600.01

5 September 1967

Anderson, Linda, fl. 1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Linda writes that she has been trying to contact Nancy but has been unable to reach her. Linda asks Nancy if she would not mind collecting money owed to her by Shirley and includes how much Nancy owes her as well. Linda, who has recently moved, wishes for Nancy to visit her and mentions their mother who will be able to tell Nancy how to find her apartment.

GLC09600.02

11 September 1969

Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes that the weather has been cool. Her grandmother writes that she sees "the boys" although has not heard from Edna or Tillie (Te Te). She also mentions Hattie, Nancy's father, and Bobby. Nancy's grandmother tells Nancy she is going to hem her dress and make some fudge for her over the weekend. She signs her letter, "Grandma & Grandpa," and writes that she misses the milk shakes.

GLC09600.03

11 September 1969

Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes that she received a letter from Herbert for Nancy which she will give to Jimmy to deliver to her. She discusses financial struggles and mentions that Nancy's grandmother is feeling "fair." Nancy's mother brings up Grace King High School freshmen initiation and Nancy's "goofy" brother who has been playing his guitar over the phone for "some girl." She closes by reminding her to write to her grandmother. Additional letter included, GLC9600.04.02 Insert: portion of an envelope with address of Sgt. Mike A. Schandler

GLC09600.04.01

11 September 1969

Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

In an additional letter in envelope GLC09600.04.01, dated "Sunday Morn.," Nancy's mother refers to the candy from her grandmother and slip from her that they sent to Nancy. She mentions everyone misses her, a sports game, and Te Te (Tillie) who has not heard from Charles. In a post script she reminds Nancy to include her Dad when addressing letters to her and that Roy Taormina said hello.

GLC09600.04.02

23 September 1969

Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother discusses meeting Ellis (see related GLC09597, GLC09603, and GLC09605) and explains that he "has to work out his own way right now," having been in the war. She mentions Tillie (Te Te) who has not heard from Charles. She states she has been sewing and that she was glad to see Nancy, telling her to "study hard and have a good time."

GLC09600.05

26 September 1969

Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother discusses Nancy's upcoming dance and for Nancy to let her know if she needs more money. She states she has not heard from Chuck or Ellis, and that Steve would have helped Ellis with his car had he come by. She mentions that Nancy's grandmother is the same and reports that Nancy's dad has been working long hours. Nancy's mother's relays that Nancy's dad suggests "'Advantages of a College Education'" as a speech for Nancy to deliver. Nancy's mother advice is to "stay away from war, racial problems and sex" in her speech. In a post script, she advises she does not want to send her…

GLC09600.06

30 September 1969

Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes to say that she has been out with Nancy's mother, and they are well. She mentions Tillie (Te Te) may visit and that there has been no word from Charles. Nancy's grandmother has been sewing Nancy's dress while Nancy's grandfather is out on his bike. She writes that they miss her and for her to take care of herself. She has included some money (not included) to "help out."

GLC09600.07

8 October 1969

Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes to say she hopes Nancy had a nice time visiting home. Nancy's grandmother mentions Tillie (Te Te) and Bob and relays that she went to Sears with Nancy's mother. She writes she hopes to sew today and asserts she knows Nancy is studying hard.

GLC09600.08

14 October 1969

Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes that the weather is turning cooler and reminds Nancy to dress warmly. Nancy's grandmother mentions she is still seeing a doctor but has been feeling much better. She suggests that they see "Camelot" which is playing at Tulane University. She reports that Nancy's mother has been busy, but in good spirits.

GLC09600.09

25 October 1969

Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes that Bobby received his ring and that she is happy that Nancy found her own ring. She mentions several people including the homecoming queen from Grace King High School. Nancy's mother mentions her reserve in wanting to see "Jimmy Dean" at the Blue Room since she would prefer to stay home and rest. She reports that Nancy's grandmother, who has not been feeling well, has been upset by news about Lodge. She tells Nancy to let her know if she needs money and hopes she is feeling well.

GLC09600.10

28 October 1969

Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes she has been sewing for Nancy and mentions Tillie (Te Te) and Charles who is "running around up north." She speaks of Richard who is working on the Gulf Coast. Nancy's grandmother mentions she will be getting new neighbors and mentions Nancy's mother whom she took a ride with yesterday. As in most of her letters to Nancy, she closes by saying Nancy is missed.

GLC09600.11

1 November 1969

Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother encloses a check (not included) for Nancy that is due perhaps for tuition or school meals. She tells Nancy to try to get by although she may be short on money.

GLC09600.12

1 November 1969

Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes about what is happening at home while Nancy is away at school. She mentions football games, what others in her family are doing, and the events at Grace King High School where she works. She has sketched the Grace King school ring. She encloses three dollars (not included) for Nancy for meals in addition to two newspaper "items" (not included) she thinks Nancy may find interesting. She asks if Nancy may be able to come home over the weekend and closes by saying that everyone sends their love.

GLC09600.13

6 November 1969

Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes to inform Nancy she is feeling better and that Te Te (Tillie) and Samuel visited her. She mentions that Stevie took care of Samuel and put him to bed. Nancy's mother is concerned for Te Te (Tillie) who "gets fed up with Hattie Sue." Nancy's mother asks Nancy to "stretch it next week," most likely referring to her finances.

GLC09600.14

18 November 1969

Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes to let Nancy know she is in the process of sewing pants for her and mentions Nancy's mother and Tillie (Te Te). Nancy's grandmother also mentions her grandfather and that she is working on things for the baby. She writes that there is not much else news to relay.

GLC09600.15

2 December 1969

Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes that the family misses Nancy when she is at school but that she is glad Nancy is in college as it is good for her. She mentions, Tillie (Te Te), Steven, whom Nancy's mother misses when he is away, and Nancy's father. Nancy's grandmother mentions her recent doctor's appointment, that she is still working on sewing Nancy's clothes, and that she attended a recent singing performance. She closes with "We love you" and signs the letter, "Grandpa, Grandma." Address and phone number of Roy Zuppardo written on back of envelope.

GLC09600.16