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Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957 To Mrs. John M. Pemberton

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09598.10 Author/Creator: Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957 Place Written: Seoul, Korea Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 December 1950 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope Height: 26.2 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Letter dated Seoul, December 19, 1950, addressed to his wife. Notifying her that he is safe in Seoul, believes his Air Force unit may be the only left. Describes impact of cannon explosions causing tents to shake.

Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957
Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

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