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Mitchell, William E., 1879-1936 to Mrs. Olive Crook Henderson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02431.01 Author/Creator: Mitchell, William E., 1879-1936 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Typed letter signed Date: February 27, 1925 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 27 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

Discusses working for the common good during peacetime so they may be prepared in time of war. Concludes saying the national defense system is in dire need of revision. Written on War Department, Air Service, Office of the Assistant Chief letterhead.

Mitchell, William E., 1879-1936

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