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Planck, Gerald F., 1925- to Mommy and Daddy

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09951.02.04 Author/Creator: Planck, Gerald F., 1925- Place Written: Tyler, Texas Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 August 1943 Pagination: 2 p. ; envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Paul and Emma Planck from Gerald F. Planck dated August 12, 1943. Pertains to basic training while stationed at Camp Fannin, Texas. Announces that he has been selected to train in the Army Specialized Training Program (ASTP). Describes travelling from Fort Thomas and picking up weapon training. Written in Camp Fannin

Planck, Gerald F., 1925-
Planck, Paul H., 1894-1985
Planck, Emma, 1896-1951

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