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Moyer, Kennith H., (fl. 1943-1945) to Leonard Eugene Graeff

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09611.069 Author/Creator: Moyer, Kennith H., (fl. 1943-1945) Place Written: Brooklyn, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 August 1943 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 26.6 x 18.4 cm. Order a Copy

One letter from Kennith Moyer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 19, 1943. Kenneth jests about Leonard joining the Coastguard and says "Don't be an ass mate. Join this instead." regarding joining the Marine Service instead of the Army. Kenneth relays that his basic training is finished and the next day he will start his work week- "Seven straight days in the gulley." On the reverse side he has listed the length of time for each task completed during basic training for the Maritime Services. Signed, "'Nough Said,' Moyer"

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016
Moyer, Kennith H., fl. 1943-1945

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