Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945 to Estelle Spero
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09120.212 Author/Creator: Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945 Place Written: Shreveport, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 April 1943 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 14.2 cm, Width: 21.5 cm Order a Copy
Diamond expresses surprise to Estelle that in a few days time he will turn twenty-one years of age. He also tells Estelle that he is bored by the extended rest period that he is currently in. Sidney informs her that he feels ridiculous and embarrassed when adhering to the rules that govern the strict separation between officers and regular soldiers that must be maintained.
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