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Benson, Eris B., 1922-1997 to Mamma

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09954.257 Author/Creator: Benson, Eris B., 1922-1997 Place Written: Indonesia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 January 1945 Pagination: 3 p. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated January 1, 1945. Pertains to daily life while stationed in Indonesia. Mentions being promoted to Private First Class, and receiving visits from James Jones, whom Eris knew from Tallassee. Inquires how she is doing.

Benson, Eris B., 1922-1997
Benson, Anna Petty, 1884-1974

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