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Willey Seen Much of Europe From Front Lines Letter
James B Willey of Denton Route 2 writes from Holland Oct 11 1944 detailing travel after St Lo and Brest through Paris Belgium and Holland He recalls a Montrichard reception with French officials soldiers and townspeople describes champagne toasts a city hall speech and a long day of hospitality He notes risks of sending cameras and weapons by mail and plans a future reunion with brother Harry and a big party once back home.
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James B. Willey
Walter J. Willey
Denton
Holland
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Stl Lo
Brest
Paris
Belgium
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Lafayette
New York
Montrichard
France
Harry
Luxemborg
Dan