Papers, 1944-1954.

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Papers, 1944-1954.

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Personal correspondence, letters sent to her fianceĢ, Frank Scheck, describing her assignments and experiences during WAVE training and billets, 1944-1946; photographs in Naval uniform; promotion certificates to ensign and lieutenant(JG), and separation and discharge papers. Copies.

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Naval War College, Henry E. Eccles Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7566162

Naval War College, Henry E. Eccles Library

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