Life of U. S. Marines on Island Camp Near Philadelphia
A personal letter from Thomas Foley describes daily Marine training on an island near Philadelphia. The routine covers rises at 5 50 a m drills under arms meals at 7 15 and 12 48, mail calls, rest periods, and evening recreation at the Beehive Tent and Y M C A. The piece notes intense heat, weekend parties by city clubs, and a view of the city including William Penn statue, with reference to aviation and naval facilities nearby.
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Philadelphia
Thomas Foley
United States ‘Marine
Onod
Wien
Navy Yard
Delaware
Marine Corps
Naval Reserve
William Penn
Guardiig
Abigston 6
Aviation Corps
Philaelphia
Foley
DT. M.C
Army Life Letters From Scotland 1917 War Diary
A soldier writes from Ardgh and Ross-Shire Scotland on July 18 1917 describing home letters from Maine and a week with Army comrades. He notes rough travel costs 3.5 cents per mile 3rd class and 2nd class twice as much, describes warm days cold river swims washing and shoe purchases, daily routine and the lack of contact with loved ones as battles continue nearby.
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Maine
Iim
Letter from a destroyer crewman encourages enlistment
A naval letter from Philip Dwinell in European waters urges young men under twenty one to join voluntarily rather than face conscription. He argues for early enlistment to gain quick promotion, notes equality in the Navy, mocks militia service, and encourages action over hesitation while praising naval service aboard a destroyer.
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Navy
Naval Coast Defence Reserve
High Sea Fleet
P. KE Dwinell
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