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West, George A., 1921-2007 to Mildred West

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09951.01.037 Author/Creator: West, George A., 1921-2007 Place Written: Chicopee, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 August 1943 Pagination: 2 p. ; envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Mildred West from George A. West dated August 17, 1943. Pertains to daily life while stationed at the airbase. Mentions visit to dentist's office and that he has received his new uniforms. Intends to send pillowcases to his mother and presumably newly-married friends. Written at the Westover Air Reserve Base

West, Mildred M., 1918-2005
West, George A., 1921-2007

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