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Diamond, Sidney (1922-1945) to Estelle Spero

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09120.007 Author/Creator: Diamond, Sidney (1922-1945) Place Written: New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 May 1942 Pagination: 2 p. ; 18.5 x 27 cm. Order a Copy

Describes his dismay at the fact that as soon as he gets to know his peers, they are moved on. Gives a brief description of the camp town.

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