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circa. early summer 1942
Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945
to Estelle Spero
Diamond informs Estelle that the training camp that he is in is the only Chemical Warfare training center in the country Written at Edgewood Arsenal
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27 December 1942
Diamond describes to Estelle the ways in which he celebrated Christmas.
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31 December 1942
Diamond writes that it is New Years Eve yet he has "no place to go".
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3 January 1943
Diamond describes a trip into town, during which he was unexpectedly invited to a party being held at a penthouse apartment.
drawing in upper left hand corner
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1943
Diamond runs through the month's expenses with Estelle.
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7 January 1943
Diamond describes the process of interviewing eighteen men believed to be incapable of withstanding the rigors of battle, and discussing their geographical origins, educational background, social classes etc.
drawing in upper left corner
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6 April 1943
Diamond expresses surprise to Estelle that in a few days time he will turn twenty-one years of age. He also tells Estelle that he is bored by the extended rest period that he is currently in. Sidney informs her that he feels ridiculous and...
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25 May 1943
Diamond describes the tests of physical endurance that he is both carrying out and overseeing, for example a five-mile hike executed in just one hour.
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25 July 1943
Diamond answers Estelle's questions regarding other women and finances.
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5 August 1942
Diamond informs that he will be moved at some time the following week, but that he is still unaware as to where he is being sent. Sidney then describes the day's activities - a session on "night operations" in the morning, and the afternoon spent in...
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