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This letter is from Pvt. Glenn Beyer, stationed at Fort McDowell on Angel Island, California. He expresses gratitude for receiving letters from friends and family, which help to alleviate homesickness. Glenn describes his living conditions, mentioning that he is barracked with around 52 others from across the U.S. He discusses daily life, including doing his laundry and the quality of the food. Additionally, he mentions his plans to purchase a civilian suit in Manila and references a possible trip to San Francisco.

Publication Date

2-1941

City

Orange City

Keywords

Angel Island, Fort McDowell, San Francisco (Frisco), World War II, Pvt. Glenn Beyer, Iowa Soldier, Military Life, barracks, Manila, homesickness

03. Angel lsland Letter: 1941-02-n.d.

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