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Santo R. Ferrara collection 1943-1945 Ferrara, Santo R. collection

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This collection contains letters that Santo R. Ferrara received during his service in the United States Navy Seabees during World War II. His brother Henry offered advice about military life, and other military personnel commented on their experiences at bases in the United States. The collection also includes a letter that Ferrara wrote to his wife and daughter and a Christmas card that he sent to a friend.

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William L. Clements Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6391977

William L. Clements Library

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