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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09951.02.21 Author/Creator: Planck, Gerald F., 1925- Place Written: Paris, Texas Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 May 1944 Pagination: 4 p. ; envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Paul and Emma Planck from Gerald F. Planck dated May 28, 1944. Pertains to basic training while stationed at Camp Maxey, Texas. Describes his daily tasks. Expresses that he wishes to write longer letters but doesn't want to complain to make them worry more about him. Written in Camp Maxey

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

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