From Pearl Harbor to the War Front: A Soldier’s Verse
A poem by Cpl Wesley A from France 1896 England Somewhere Netherland October 12 1944 recounts the American entry into World War II. It contrasts a peaceful prewar nation with a sudden attack at Pearl Harbor and the ensuing mobilization. The verse praises U S industrial effort, leadership, and the Seabees, PT boats, and liberty ships while reflecting on sacrifice and cost.
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Cpl Wesley
Englan
Netherland Incl
What did you do today fighting for liberty and life
A wartime column presents Lt. Dean Shatlin's poem about war duties and sacrifice. It recounts a tank commander who amputated his own foot, hid for two hours, and is being treated in an English hospital after rescue. The piece reflects on morale, duty, and the human cost of battle.
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Dean Shatlin
Shatlin
England
Luigi de Pasquale
Rhode Island Friends of Italy, Inc
Juvenal Marchisio
American Relief For Italy, Inc
Marchisio
Italy
Vatican
Red Cross
Allied Headquarters
Allied Commission
United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration
All-Time All-Star Colt Team December 7 1944
Dear Mr Bosworth note announces All American football teams are being selected highlighting a historical All-Time All-Star Colt Team discussion dated December 7, 1944. The letter refers to national selections and prominent players considered for the honorary team.
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Mr. Bosworth
Local hopes for all time high school football team
A Bristol audience discusses creating an all-time Colt eleven from local high school players and invites readers to submit selections. The idea aims to settle debates and engage service personnel, linking high school roots to future stars.
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New Ife
LST
Our
Tech
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Phoenix
Cath
Lucite
Antu Tooth
Hdstor
Gio
Bristol Buddies
Bristol Phoenix
Bristol
Dear Buddies
Texas
California
Rhode Island
Joseph G. A. Riccio Ensign
USNR
Veterans Information
Veterans Information Service
Huestis
Court House
Intaglio
Dresser
Coas
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