Letters From Our Soldiers In France And Camp Letters Over Here
Several soldiers report from France and training camps writing home to mothers and fathers. Private Henry W. Holland describes boot camp, the desire to bring his brother’s body home if spared, and faith that he will return. Private H N Brock from the 321st PA battalion notes good food, long hours, and camaraderie with French allies while detailing lumber production and war effort. Both express resolve, pride in the American Expeditionary Forces, and hopes for reunion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francy
Ueten
O. K
Alent
Tim
Pvt
Henry W. Holland
Ordnenen Brigade
Amer, B. F. V
New York
Yale
Te Oman
Chet
Theos
Tam
H. N. Brock
Dear Father Letter From SGT Iven Webb in France
SGT Iven D Webb writes September 7 1918 in France to Mr E B C Webb. He speaks of his health and morale praising those who came to war early and pledges to stay until the war ends. He asks his father not to worry, hopes to return home, and signs as Co BF 44th Infantry Regular Amer EB F France.
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Iven D. Webb
Frange
C. Webb
States
Sgt
Iven Dpd
Webb
Amer
France
Somewhere in France letter from Grover C Freeman
Private Grover C Freeman writes from France on September 12, 1918 to his mother expressing concern about no mail from Camp Wheeler, hoping his family is well and noting fellow soldiers Loyd, Wilter, David, and Tlarman may have registered. He jokes about shelling and anxiously awaits news and letters while hoping for a safe return home.
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Grover C, Freeman
France
Wong
Camp Wheeler
Mal
Loyd
Wilter
David
Tlarman
Uncle Sam
Ashe
Ritent
Soldier writes from France seeking letters from home
Dear Homefolka, I have not received any letters since arriving in France. I am in good health and would like to hear from you all. Tell Thelma and Grady to write, and greet everyone back home. This country is prettier than expected. Co 1 52nd Infantry Amorigan T F France.
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Homefolka
Tam
Thelma
Grady
Sgt
Wiljie IL
Lassetter, Co
52Nd Infantry
Amorigan T. F
France
Letter from a front-line cousin in World War I
Clifford Yeager writes to Miss Ethel Yeager from the front, describing days in No Man's Land, shell bursts, dugouts, and cold Alpine nights. He recalls lost comrades, hopes for peace, and plans to visit America after victory, praising the Y M C A and Red Cross workers. He mentions letters, photos, and his longing for home and family.
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Mythe
Shade
Toverve
Ant Sis
Morde
Earnest
America
Red Crown
Clifford Yeager
Fallen Hero James Holland of Carroll is Honored
An elegiac tribute titled GUR FALLEN HERO honors James Holland, a brave Carroll guard who died in France in May. The poem recalls his cheerful smile, steadfastness, faith, and sacrifice for liberty, with prayers for his memory and a belief he rests in heaven beside the nation’s gratitude.
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Carroll
France
James
Holland
James C
Jesse C Craven Writes Home From France in 1918
A wartime letter from Jesse C Craven in September 1918 describes travel through Paris and other towns in France, meeting a friend Walter Jones in No Man's Land, and longing for news from home. He signs as Chief Ordnance Officer and mentions waiting for letters and concerns about relatives.
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Nour
Susie
Tommie
Walter Jones
No Man's Land
Paris
France
Ronal
Lewis
Bud
Susly
Tran
States
Jesse C, Craven
Amor
Letter from Bill Horton Writing from England Front
Bill Horton describes being attached to the Royal Air Mores of England with no station in London. He mentions flying Handley Page aircraft over the channel, traveling with eighteen crew, and staying in a fine hotel with meals costing about eighty four cents US money. He notes paying via the U S government and I A P, and compares English morals to the Protect. He asks about mail, visits Paris, and ends with a farewell from Imdon.
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France
Royal Air Mores
England
London
Handley Page
M. O
U. S
Paris
Imdon
Private Albert E. Nixon Writes From France in 1938
In a dispatch dated September 7 1938 Private Albert E Nixon recounts travel by sea and rail to France noting seasickness overcome travel fatigue and frequent moves He describes rest periods passes to nearby towns a NY group show and relief from camp life as he mentions the YMCA and Marine unit life back home and appreciation for small comforts while overseas.
Letter from Albert Nixon in France Describes Camp Life
A World War II era letter from PVT Albert Nixon of Battery A Third Anti Aircraft describes limited entertainment, hard standing, and curiosity about Carrolltan work. He asks for news on progress and personal updates while stationed with Allied forces in France.
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Albert
Nixon
Astallion C
Amer
France
Private J Paul Hudson Writes Home From War Front
In a WWI era letter dated September 16 1918 Pvt J Paul Hudson reports limited topics due to censorship while describing Hun activity on the run and near victory. He praises Marine officers and mentions visiting a park with two multilingual dancers and hopes for his brother Hullett to join the army. He signs off with concern for family and health.
Letter From Lee Fowe wor American Ex France 1918
A World War I letter from Lee Fogewor in Charleston dated October 11, 1918. He writes about quarantine due to influenza, drills, desire to volunteer for sea service, a new transport arriving, and eagerness to stay with Carrollton friends. He also asks about home chores, tobacco, and a Navy inquiry.
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France
Charleston
8. C
Sea Service
Carrollton Boys
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Fance
Atk
Orover C. Freeman
AL BF. Pras
Fale
Frivate
Willie L. Lassetter
Ethel Yeager
Clem
Jane, Augiat
Lily
Mum's Land
Gur
Bey Ia
Ilis
Brave James
Amile
Jesse C. Craven
Bill Horton
Albert E. Nixon
Pal
Fort Morgan
Ata
Dauphin Island
Goml Theatres
Carrolltan
J. Paul Hudson
Mw. P
Dad
Fritz
Homie
Mnother
Hulett
Army
Sam
Lee Fogewor
Mr. Meeks
Angeworth
Evra
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