Rolland Bascom over the top in Belgium dispatch
Letter from Rolland Bascom in Belgium dated November describes army actions in a Flanders farming district. He reports health, meals, and morale after proceeding to the front and returning with few sweets and sorrow, noting peace news and awaiting family letters.
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Rolland Bascom
Belgium
0. K
Mour
Flanders
Supposs
Rolland Lascom, Co. Hk
Godinf
Lz Forces, & Lot
Vila
New York
Evacuated trenches bound for Berlin amid Belgian letters
A WWI letter from Hans, written in Belgium on Nov 12, describes peace, hope to return home, and gratitude for family prayers. He notes improved health in Camp Lewis, claims open trench fighting, and hints at police duty until orders arrive, expressing eagerness for Christmas at home.
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Belgium
Compan
Camp Lewis
Bei
Raymond Reynolds From Base Hospital Writes Home
Raymond Reynolds reports from US Base Hospital No 115 that after two weeks of bed rest and two operations he is improving. He says his finger is nearly healed and he hopes to be around in a day or two, plans to finish his letter soon, and mentions Vern McCarrell bringing him The Verdal Express to read.
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Ati
Vern McCarrell
Ming
Jerry
Geremann
Front-Line Letter From Belgium Expresses Courage and Homesickness
A solider writes from Belgium on Oct 29 describing front-line life and peril while maintaining affection for family back home. He recalls battles with Bowie artillery and machine gun fire, mentions a nearby bomb explosion near the kitchen, and notes friends, weather, and reads of home papers. He emphasizes lack of fear despite danger and hopes relatives are well.
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Belgium
Othare
Tha Express
Fred
Canyon
Fort Douglan
Red Cross
Bowie
Iionica
England
France
Wanunne writes from Evac Hosp No 12 in France
An Evan Ensign Wanunne describes army life in Cherbourg Paris and frontline hospital duties in France during World War I. He details long shifts twelve hours a day treating thousands of wounded and prisoners, the harsh realities of evacuations, and the contrast between American effort and enemy actions.
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France
Folka
Jey
Cherbourg
English Channel
Paris
Fragmentary wartime note reaches France front
A fragmented message describes a speaker insisting on being in France until the war ends. The writer declares loyalty to the nation and seeks front line presence, vowing to stay despite uncertainty about the war’s duration. Includes stray references to Dutch on the run and cryptic identifiers.
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France
Priv ED Devans
Eyac Ifosp No 12
DFP
New York
Manila Dagget County Soldier Boys See Losses in Action
W.8.8.- Manila Dagget co has good representation in the army. From Uintah county two have given their lives for their country, George Nelson and Alonzo Finch, both killed in action. Two have been wounded and are convalescing in hospitals in France. Don Twitchell writes of front-line danger and a candle-lit burial, while his brother says the front is no playground. Alonzo Finch’s parents praise support and honor their son's sacrifice.
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Manilla
Dagget County
Uintah
George Nelson
Alonzo Finch
Hospitala J
France
Ed Boren
Don Twitchell
Whitle
Rellin
Twitchell
Rellin Twitchell
Don
Geo Finch
Letter Home From France Describes War Woes And Cooties
In a November letter from France the writer details torn towns and shell holes, German trenches and dugouts, and the persistent threat of cooties. He notes hearing constant artillery, missing home, and predicting a difficult adjustment when he returns. He mentions Rotlin Twitchell and expresses reluctance to fight but acceptance of duty.
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France
Cousin
Rotlin Twitchell
Jerry
Soldier letters from front in France reveal hopes for peace
CPL ROLLAND BASCOM writes from the front in occupied France dated Oct 5, describing resting periods, survival through heavy fighting, and a wish for homecoming. He asks for news from Lou and hopes for God’s protection, urging letters from family to arrive soon.
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France
Kabk
Lou
Cpl Rollann Rasconm
Exciting Times at the Battle Front in France
A veteran letter from the Western Front reports life in October with shells whistling overhead and sudden dives to ground to avoid blasts. The writer recalls a humorous moment watering a horse, then narrowly avoids danger as a shell explodes nearby.
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France
James T Brooks Wounds in France Describes Battle Scene
Private James T Brooks writes to his parents about a shoulder wound in France on November 18. He recalls dangerous fighting, the Red Cross care, and his desire to return to combat, noting the battalion moves and challenging conditions with exhausted horses and shellfire.
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James T Brooks
Red Cross
Hun
Iif
Chas Bowden One Hour's Ride From Verdun At Peace
Letter from Chas Bowden in France reports near Verdun as peace arrived, noting a camp near Hill 30 and American forces driving Germans from the front. He mentions hopeful return by next spring and possible home for Christmas, with influenza concerns abroad.
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Chas Bowden
Verdun
France
Nes
Lavern
Derlin
Charlos E Bowden
Letters From Over There in France October 9 Dear Folks
Laren Ross writes from Somewhere in France describing illness Spanish influenza and a stormy period. He notes feeling blue yet hopeful, mentions a recent package arrival and a Christmas coupon, and asks for care in sending items that won’t weigh too much while on light duty soon.
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France
Letters from France and Camp Pixy Reveal War Aftermath
J Monaghan writes from France describing billets, wine, weather, and a longing for home. He notes daily work, limited French, and respect for locals while contrasting grape culture with American drinking norms. He reflects on war weariness and prayers for loved ones. Chaunts Fields, Rantoul, reports peace near and vivid notes on aerial photography training and its costly lessons. He explains camera capabilities, terrain reading, and technical evolution during war.
Flying Oddities And Machinery Wonders From Chanute Field
J Monaghan reports on aeronautics topics from Chanute Field including observations about plane navigation by sky view, loop the loop stunts, risks to pilots, engine speeds near 1800 rpm, and the Liberty motor boasting 260 racing horses, with notes on propeller stress and survivability echoed by Wilbur Wright quotes.
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Buckie
Wilbur Wrigh
Liberty
War Letters From Owen Johnston Stil In Band On Board
A wartime letter from Owen Johnston describes marching toward England, longing for Christmas at home, and plans to rejoin a Great Lakes naval band. He hopes to return by Christmas or next fall, notes rough times, and mentions sending news to his mother. He plans to regain his old rate, receive a Red Cross weather, and wash gear aboard ship.
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England
Ben
Great Lakes Naval Station
Red Cross
Reed
Owen Jonhnstun
Parade At Fort Sill Impresses Locals In 1919 Letter
Lieutenant Leon B. Pack describes a grand peace parade at Fort Sill Oklahoma on November 16 with two hours of marching past artillery trains and three brigades. He notes talk of discharges, costs of officer training, and predicts continued schooling amid quiet times.
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Leon B. Pack
Fort Sill
Okla
Leon L Pack
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Uintah County
Lorin Karren
Fritz
Loring Karren
Dhyra Amer En
Forces
Hans
Berlin
Sgt Winfred Long
Raymond Reynolds
Wanunne
Manila
Dagget Co
ARMY
Willis Poua
David C Caldwelis
James T. Brooks
W.5
Laren Ross
Sloyce
Utah
America
J. Monaghan
Chaunts Flelds
Rantoul Hl
Vernal Express
Mana
Humanese
Germana
Alles
Afr
Chanute Field, Rantoul, TH
Owen Johnston
Louisville
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