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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09951.01.063 Author/Creator: West, George A., 1921-2007 Place Written: India Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 October 1943 Pagination: 4 p. ; envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Mildred West from George A. West dated October 17, 1943. Pertains to daily life while stationed in India in the air corps. Mentions the Indian currency, learning the local dialect, and about writing to friends and family back home.

West, Mildred M., 1918-2005
West, George A., 1921-2007
West, Sharon, 1942-

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