William Auerbach collection, circa 1941-1945, undated.

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William Auerbach collection, circa 1941-1945, undated.

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The collection primarily consists of letters from William Auerbach to his girlfriend (later wife) Tess Kasper, from October to December 1945 while he was in China, then India, and finally on his way home to the United States (U.S.). Auerbach wrote frequently to Tess Kasper, often with humor, about observations and his work in the Far East. The collection includes the original letters as well as transcripts by Auerbach' daughter. Also included are photocopied personnel papers, a letter from Minnie Shlosh (Auerbach' sister) to Kasper, and a photograph of Auerbach during World War II.

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U.S. Army Heritage & Education Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 8164588

U.S. Army Heritage & Education Center

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