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Benson, T. Wade, 1915-2006 to Mom and Dad

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09954.119 Author/Creator: Benson, T. Wade, 1915-2006 Place Written: San Luis Osbipo, California Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 May 1943 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Anna Petty and James Marion Benson from T. Wade Benson dated May 31, 1943. Pertains to daily life and duties while stationed at San Luis Osbipo.

Benson, T. Wade, 1915-2006
Benson, Anna Petty, 1884-1974
Benson, James Marion, 1874-1964

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