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World War, 1939-1945

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Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

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Charles Burleigh Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 00224
Content Description Twenty-six letters written by four U. S. servicemen during World War II, plus fifty-two photographs and four artifacts. Charles Burleigh’s letters are short and chatty. He wrote about his work in general, with frequent references to being tired, but he never mentioned the B-17s or their missions. He commented on living conditions, the dearth of comforts, camels, Arabs, and the relatively better situation in Italy. He wrote about activities during breaks, including day trips...
Dates: 1939-1945