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Alderman, W.B., fl. 1943 to Mom and Dad

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09954.120 Author/Creator: Alderman, W.B., fl. 1943 Place Written: Douglas, Georgia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 June 1943 Pagination: 4 p. ; envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed Eris B. Benson from W.B. Alderman dated May 31, 1943. Reflects on Benson's military service and "God's will" during the war. Remarks on Benson's description of the men he is serving with.

Benson, Eris B., 1922-1997
Alderman, W.B., fl. 1943

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