Category: Hertha
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1944-12-16
In this letter, Bill is commenting and asking about events his parents and brother wrote to him about.
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1943-12-05
Bill talks about his new group, the 79th, pointing out a better recreation hall, with pool tables plus ping pong, a bar that serves beer, etc. Reflecting on the move from an antitank to an infantry group Bill hopes this will improve his chances at being moved into a supply or clerical position. Always the…
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1943-11-30
Bill reports he saw a show in the area pictured in the postcard. Also, as he has yet to be paid, he is running short of cash.
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1944-11-29
This is a long letter, and Bill comments on a number of different things, but I’ll comment on only a few of them. He first reports his mail is starting to arrive. He then describes the First Cavalry Division, which is made up of two brigades and each is made up of two regiments. His…
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1943-11-29
Bill sends a birthday card to his father, and a letter. In the letter, Bill reports he had his eyes examined, and expects to receive two pairs of glasses. He remains to be classified (which I believe he means what type of service he is fit for), but he is currently assigned to the 86th,…