Papers, 1943-1999.

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Papers, 1943-1999.

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Includes wartime correspondence, summary of wartime letters, correspondence with Company A veterans and others, clippings and scrapbooks.

1 linear ft. (1 box)

Denver Public Library, Central Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6860985

Denver Public Library, Central Library

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