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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09951.01.066 Author/Creator: West, George A., 1921-2007 Place Written: s.l. Type: V-Mail Date: 25 October 1943 Pagination: 1 V-mail Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Mildred West from George A. West dated October 25, 1943. Expresses his regret that he wasn't able to celebrate Sharon's first birthday. Mentions that they are in the sea that the weather is cold.

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

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