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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09951.01.043 Author/Creator: West, George A., 1921-2007 Place Written: Bangor, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 August 1943 Pagination: 1 p. ; envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Mildred West from George A. West dated August 31, 1943. Pertains to his trip to the U.S.O. camp in Bangor, Maine. Mentions missing her and their children. Details that he went on a hike, received immunization shots, and practiced rifle shooting.

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

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