West, George A., 1921-2007 to Mildred West
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09951.01.119 Author/Creator: West, George A., 1921-2007 Place Written: Burma Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 June 1944 Pagination: 3 p. ; envelope Order a Copy
One letter addressed to Mildred West from George West dated June 12, 1944. Pertains to daily life while stationed in Burma in the air corps. Remarks on the time that Mildred and Sharon get to share together. Makes reference to a possible abortion that Mildred had due to complications with her pregnancy. He writes, "Sweetheart please find out what Jimmy's expense was and I'll send you some money to help for it."
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