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Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947 to Leonard Eugene Graeff

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09611.119 Author/Creator: Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947 Place Written: Salina, Kansas Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 October 1943 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 21.5 x 13.9 cm. Order a Copy

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 15, 1943. Robert tells Leonard that he is in charge of a parade march the next day. He surprised himself by passing the Officer Candidate School test. If he passes the physical he can go to Officer Candidate School. Robert signs as "Fuzz."

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016
Winemiller, Robert A., fl. 1921-1947

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