Papers, 1937-1944.

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Papers, 1937-1944.

The bulk of this collection consists of transcribed copies of letters written by Gardner to his wife from Spain, 1937-1939, and over the course of his 13 months of service during WWII.

0.5 linear ft. (1 box)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7582418

Churchill County Museum

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