Diamond, Sidney, (1922-1945) to Estelle Spero
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09120.393 Author/Creator: Diamond, Sidney, (1922-1945) Place Written: Bougainville, Papua New Guninea Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 April 1944 Pagination: 4 p. ; 18.5 x 26.7 cm. Order a Copy
Diamond writes that the "days are completely devoid of any activity." He mentions that a rotation policy is being started, whereby men who have spent between eighteen months and two years in overseas service will get an opportunity to go home. Diamond comments: "It's good to know that eventually one may get another short glimpse of the bright lights and apartment houses." He also states that the "Solomons are definitely places lend-leased from Hell."
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