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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09598.20 Author/Creator: Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957 Place Written: Seoul, Korea Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 24, 1952 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 26.5 cm, Width: 18.5 cm Order a Copy

One letter dated Seoul, January 24, 1952, addressed to his wife. Relays that he will be shipping out of Korea on the 28th of Janury to rest at a hotel until February 5th. Lists where other soldiers are heading to in the states. Asks his wife to stop writing letters since he would be en route home shortly. Mentions the possibility of checking out a movie if there were any free seats.

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