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Whipple, William H., fl. 1942 to Roberta and Lynn

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09953.129 Author/Creator: Whipple, William H., fl. 1942 Place Written: Fort Meyers, Florida Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 October 1942 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Roberta and Lynn Knapp from Harold dated October 2, 1942. Pertains to learning that Lynn has been drafted. Provides details of what they can expect next.

Knapp, Lynn J., 1909-1983
Knapp, Roberta M., 1912-2004
Whipple, William H., fl. 1942

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