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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09951.01.192 Author/Creator: West, George A., 1921-2007 Place Written: Burma Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 January 1945 Pagination: 4 p. ; envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Mildred West from George West dated January 23, 1945. Pertains to daily life while stationed in Burma in the air corps. Describes a portrait he sent of him with a python. Requests soap and cheese. Mentions the weather. Expresses that he wishes he could be at home to play with Sharon.

West, George A., 1921-2007
West, Mildred M., 1918-2005
Bill, fl. 1943-1945

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