Letter dated April 3, 1945; there was no envelope. It was stuck in the same envelope as the previous April 1 letter I transcribed. The image above shows the oft-mentioned “Spring Street” in Mount Kisco, where Babe’s aunt and uncle lived. … More ‘I’m glad to hear about the Golden Wedding Anniversary’
“I am back with my outfit now, so I will be able to send you the things I said I’d send. Naturally, I couldn’t send them from the hospital because I didn’t have them.” … More Babe Sent His Combat Infantryman Badge Home
This letter is little more than a greeting card adapted for V-mail. But I find it charming all the same. … More Easter, 1945: A Holiday Card by V-mail
A little detour to look into the 64th General Hospital in Livorno, Italy, where Babe spent a significant portion of his time overseas. … More Christmas 1944 Dinner at the 64th General Hospital
A stroll through some old documents that I’ve collected — and finally organized so I can find things easier — revealed some information I forgot I had. … More Babe Was Definitely Wounded on Nov. 10, 1944
Well, Happy and Safe 