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Pemberton, John M. (fl. 1950-1957) To Mrs. John M. Pemberton

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09598.16 Author/Creator: Pemberton, John M. (fl. 1950-1957) Place Written: Seoul, Korea Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 September 1951 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 26.2 x 20.4 cm. Order a Copy

One letter dated Seoul, September 17, 1951, addressed to his wife. Mentions an enclosed clipping from "Stars and Stripes," which describes the Air Force's rotation policy, whether or not he receives his magazine subscriptions and will not be needing another. Advises her to sell the camera, Graphic, for a Land camera which did not require waiting for printing.

Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957
Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

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