21 July 1943

Schenk, Edgar, fl. 1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Edward Schenk to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated July 21, 1943. Ed relays that he is attending "advanced school at the Douglas Aircraft Co" after which he expects to complete aerial gunner's school. He notes that Leonard is "in 1A" and that he doesn't "regret a day of it." He reassures Leonard that things get better in the army when one achieves the rank of corporal. Stationed in Santa Monica Ed goes to Hollywood "every Saturday night" to attend various clubs. Signed, "Ed."

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27 July 1943

Shadow, John R., fl. 1943-1944

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from John Shadow to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated July 27, 1943. John continues to pray for furlough. He is shocked that his love interest Pearl got engaged to which he says "How's that for a morale builder...that's the kind of news that a soldier really hates to receive." Despite that, he had good time swimming in the Atlantic Ocean at Tybee Beach. Signed "John."

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24 July 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated July 24, 1943. After asking about Leonard's love life, Robert asserts "Say boy stay out of the army!!! Why you'll find out if you get in; Be patriotic but you can do it other ways." Robert relays his unit has been in the field two months at this point. During four days a week the soldiers get "very little sleep & very little to eat."

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23 July 1943

Miller, Richard C., fl. 1941-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Richard C. Miller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated July 23, 1943. Richard recounts his growth during the three years in the army. He suggests, "The time is really flying by an altho the ball seems to be rolling our way now, I believe a good bit more time is going to fly by before I see the Old U.S.A. again." He admits that it is hard being away from home and not knowing when you're going back but is happy experiencing the world. Richard tell Leonard that several celebrities have visited and that he has a few autographs by them. He is excited about his furlough that starts August…

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3 August 1943

Schenk, Edgar, fl. 1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Edgar Schenk to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 3, 1943. Ed is in his last week of school, from there he expects "to go out on the desert...to get toughened up and to practice, pistol, rifle, machinegun and bayonet." He expects to be assigned to a dive bomber and sent "across" to the warzone soon but reassures Leonard they will see each other before he leaves. Signed "Ed."

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4 August 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 4, 1943. Robert describes his situation in a Red vs Blue war game training. He expects to move into the woods for a "tactical phase" of continued maneuvers. He asks Leonard about the gas shortage and his plans for the car if he enlists. Signed, "Fuzz."

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16 August 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 16, 1943. Robert describes his maneuvers and mentions eating mostly "C Rations." Robert suggests that Leonard stay out of the infantry and take as little personal property as he can relaying, "Only the necessities are kept. Only the best of love letters are kept. If you have a lot of dough a money belt helps. Too much money stolen around here." Signed "Fuzzy."

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19 August 1943

Moyer, Kennith H., fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Kennith Moyer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 19, 1943. Kenneth jests about Leonard joining the Coastguard and says "Don't be an ass mate. Join this instead." regarding joining the Marine Service instead of the Army. Kenneth relays that his basic training is finished and the next day he will start his work week- "Seven straight days in the gulley." On the reverse side he has listed the length of time for each task completed during basic training for the Maritime Services. Signed, "'Nough Said,' Moyer"

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21 August 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 21, 1943. Robert relays that he received his furlough which is scheduled for September. His unit will leave for Camp Phillips, Kansas where they will stay for a month before going to California for desert maneuvers. Signed "Fuzz."

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23 August 1943

Schenk, Edgar, fl. 1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Edgar Schenk to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 23, 1943. Ed says he received a good deal, he will attend gunners school in Florida where he will live in the "Jungle." He describes the location as "really away from civilization." Ed describes the living and working conditions and his admiration for the location. At the end of the letter he includes his new address. Signed "Ed."

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23 August 1943

Walter, June, fl. 1943-1945

Greeting Card

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One birthday greeting card from June Walter to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 23, 1943. The card reads. "A Birthday-Gram to you" inside the card reads, "From Someone Who Likes to Remember Someone Too Nice To Forget!" June writes "Happy Birthday to my suit suit jitterbug" Signed, "June."

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25 August 1943

Selective Service

Envelope

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One empty envelope from the Selective Service addressed to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 25, 1943.

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25 August 1943

Winemiller, Dorothy K., fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Dorothy K. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 25, 1943. Dorothy Winemiller, Roberts Mother, reports that Robert called to say he would not be able to come home until after his maneuvers. Commenting on the picture Robert sent them she said "he lost eight, picture is terrible. He must have gone thru a lot." Signed "Dorothy K. Winemiller."

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27 August 1943

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 27, 1943. She is glad that Leonard is doing well in Atlantic City. She reports that he received a letter from the Selective Service which tells him to "report for introduction Sept. 6th 8 a.m." Also suggests that Leonard write to Doris Bixler. Signed, "Love Mother."

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11 September 1943

Schenk, Edgar, fl. 1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Edgar Schenk to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 11, 1945. Edgar relays that he is now working in an office and prefers the work despite the long hours because it is "clean work." His work entails "draw[ing] up papers for Court Martials and Squadron punishment, also keep the records of Court Martials and Sqd punishment...also deal[ing] with Furloughs." He mentions that that his squadron is to be relocated, "we are going to 'censored' and from there we are going ? " He hopes it is "over there" because he is anxious "to apply some of the tactics they taught us." Signed, "Ed…

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15 September 1943

Navy Department

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff

One letter from R.R.M. Emmet to Susan Prowell Graeff dated September 15, 1943. The letter is a form letter that informs mothers that her son arrived at the Naval training station and that the navy "gladly accepts the responsibility for his welfare and security" and that he will be completing his recruit training for future duties. He will not be permitted visitors until after his fourth week of training known as "Service Week." First to prevent the spread of disease, and secondly so that he can "overcome homesickness." The letter details his visitation hours and those that may visit him.…

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15 September 1943

Navy Department

Document

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff

One note and postcard form dated September 15, 1943. The item is a note with instructions on when to expect communication with a recent enlisted recruit and how to receive a Visitors Pass. Attached is a postcard form that can be filled out to receive a Visitors Pass.

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20 September 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated September 20, 1943. Leonard begins with "It sure was swell hearing from you...I got my first mail since being here yesterday. I was so excited I could hardly hold myself down." He reminds his mother he asked her not to take the rations book in that she mentions in letter GLC09611.082, and that he hasn't thought much of his car. He provides instructions for what to do with his car. Signed, "Leonard."

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21 September 1943

Graeff, Malinda, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Malinda Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 21, 1943. Malinda, mentions that his mother is "quite concerned" about him. She speaks about the family and asks questions about Leonard's experience. Signed, "Malinda."

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21 September 1943

Walter, June, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from June Walter to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 21, 1943. June updates Leonard with what's "'buzzing' around." She asks if he could explain the term "flying line" and if he had heard from Fuzzy. Signed, "June." The letter head is stamped with an image of two dancers and the name June Walter.

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21 September 1943

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 21, 1943.Susan reassures Leonard that she is writing him. She tells him about the people asking about him and updates him about the family.

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21 September 1943

Stouffer, E.M., Mrs., fl. 1943-1945

Greeting Card

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One greeting card from Mrs. E.M. Stouffer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 21, 1943. The card features an image of a young male smoking a pipe at the wheel of a ship reading "So you're in the NAVY now!" The inside of the card is an image of two young males in sailor's uniforms walking on a dock, with a poem reading, "May you keep your sea legs, Sailor,/Though the ship may roll and rock/ And your service in the navy/ Mean a lot of joys on Dock!" Signed, "Mrs. Stouffer."

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21 September 1943

Stouffer, E.M., Mrs., fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Mrs. E.M. Stouffer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 21, 1943. Mrs. Stouffer asks Leonard how he is doing. In reference to a conversation she had with his mother, Susan, about Leonard not receiving her mail Mrs. Stouffer relays "Well it is the other way around with me I don't get Wane's mail." She continued, "There isn't anything new around this burg only a Carnival out at 21st St." She concludes her letter reminding Leonard to write. Signed, "Mrs. Stouffer."

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23 September 1943

Reigle, D.J., fl. 1943

Greeting Card

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One greeting card from D.J. Reigle to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 23, 1943. The cover features an image of a bald eagle holding an American flag ribbon and reads, "Greetings to you in the service." The inside is an image of the Statue of Liberty with a similar banner. Inside are two patriotic poems: The first, "'You belong to your Country, boy, As you belong to your own mother, Stand by Her, As you would stand by your mother.' Edward Everett Hale." The second, "This majestic soaring eagle, The Symbol of our land, Strikes fear into the hearts Of the treacherous Axis Band! With the…

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23 September 1943

Reigle, John, fl. 1943

Greeting Card

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One greeting card from John and Ethel Reigle to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 23, 1943. The cover features an image of a bald eagle holding an banner reading, "To You in the Service of Our Country." Inside the card is a poem reading, "There isn't any big event to write about to you, There's not a lot to talk about, There isn't much that's new; Everything is just the same With every passing day Except that folks are missing you Since you have gone away." On the reverse side of the card is a brief message reading "Jean sure got a big kick out of your letter that you sent her. Best of…

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