Sailor Conrad P Griffin at German fleet surrender
Conrad P Griffin then 18 writes from Rosyth Scotland on November 21 describing the German fleet surrender at 7 15 PM after a calm voyage from Plymouth to the Firth of Forth. He notes the allied fleet formations, British admiralty presence, and mood aboard while awaiting orders. He recounts crossing the Atlantic through storms, subs, and explosive cargo, plus time in Edinburgh area with Red Cross hospitality and a Scottish canteen worker. He closes with greetings to family and requests gum and candy.
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Care
Thanksgiving Dinner in France With 90000 Dozen Rolls
Dear Grandparents I received your letter and am well. We baked 90,000 dozen sweet rolls for Thanksgiving dinner in the bake shop starting at 7:00 a.m. and worked through Thursday morning. The crew ate well with roast turkey, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, bread, dressing, creamed asparagus, fruit, soup, and more. I hope next time will be quieter. Your son, Ivan Watwood, in France near Lith November 1.
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Calaguar
Hut
Ivan Watwood
Mother
Sis
Pea Fa
Panama
New York
Ausralia
Navy
Royale Potter
Front Line Soldier Applauds Vernal Express Support
A Utah veteran, Thomas Wilson of Hq. Co. 13 F A E F France, thanks the Vernal Express editor for steadfast homefront coverage. He notes the paper keeps him connected, boosts morale, and honors Uintah boys, including his own enlistment on May 7, 1917, while serving in France.
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Vernal Express
Uintah
the Express
Vernal
Thomas Wilson
Letter from Le Mont Dore Soldier on Ten Day Leave
Mont Dale France November 3 letter describes a seven day leave at Le Mont Dore in the hills of South Central France. The writer enjoys hotel stays theater and sightseeing while Uncle Sam covers expenses and expresses affection for family. He mentions a leg injury from shrapnel but says clothing was damaged and he fears returning to duty.
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Nilis
Sam
Enjos All the Comforts of Home in an Opera House
A WWI letter from Rollin Twitchell from Luxemburg December 2 1918 describes living near an opera house with a piano and electric lights, Thanksgiving meals, and movement through fronts including St Michiel Verdun and the Mesa river. He hopes to be home for Easter.
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Rollin Twitch
Message from Corpl Ernest Bell to loved ones
A brief personal note from CORPL ERNEST H BELL closes with wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. The sender hopes to hear the recipient is well and well wishes from family and friends accompany the greeting.
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Ernest H Bell
Sailor sells worn trousers in Chile during voyage
A Navy letter from Royale Potter describes a long Atlantic voyage from San Pedro to Arequipa, with nitrate loading in Chile. He notes sending home Chilean money, awaiting Panama transit, and his hope to reach New York by Christmas while posting letters whenever possible.
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Navy
Uncle Sam a good old fellow says Shirley Daniels
A wartime letter from Shirley Daniels to her mother describes receiving support from Uncle Sam and travel across Europe with sights, comforts, and hopes of returning home. She notes stopped air raids, concerns for her mother’s health, and gratitude for the care and funds provided. The letter expresses fascination with Mediterranean coasts, French countryside, and old villas, while imagining future homecomings.
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Shirley Daniels
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Ageaio
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Mina
Bam
Europe
Mediterranean
France
Grand Naval Voyage Reflections on France and Italy
A soldier records a voyage past Nice Monaco and Monte Carlo, praising Mediterranean beauty and Alpine views from sea and shore. He values the Union, notes Italian pride in allies, and promises a loving return to his mother with affectionate farewell lines.
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France
Monaco
Monte Carlo
Mediterranean
Aida
Alps
Fleherman
United States
Mother
Shirley Daniels
W.S.S
Joseph Johnston's Letter From Front Daily Message Home
A WWI style letter from Joseph Johnston in France dated November 23 describes the 148th FA on multiple fronts. He reports over the top action, pride in unit skill, and hopes of returning home soon to loved ones. The missive notes delayed home correspondence and a wish to end the war, closing with best wishes.
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France
Oseph
France Isn't Very Sunny Now Says Ernest Bell
Letter from Ernest H Bell in France describes front-line conditions during the Argonne drive. He reports constant shellfire, dugouts and mud, limited sleep, and injuries from shell fragments while praising perseverance and faith amid war.
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France
Ernest H. Bell
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The
New York Times
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