20 March 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 March 20, 1943. Kenneth responds to Leonard's request to know more about where he is located asserting that "to put it mildly and avoid cuss words this is a hell hole. Hotness, no grass - just rain and mud." He notes the food is "scarce and horrible." The barracks are heated by one coal stove at each end. 260 men in his company are tasked with cleaning mud off of everything with only two faucets. Kenneth writes "So far the conclusion I have made is this to be a good soldier a man should have twelve arms and no brain...The moral is…

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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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