Papers, 1943-1996.

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Papers, 1943-1996.

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Includes correspondence with family members and friends, photographs, post cards, manuscript A Riflemanʹs Diary by Donald H. Montgomery (1996); German Red Cross dagger with sheath and belt attachment.

1 linear ft. (1 box)

Denver Public Library, Central Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6815517

Denver Public Library, Central Library

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