Lieutenant Colonel Rollin S. Armstrong Collection

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 27, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated December 27, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter reminds her that his birthday is coming up soon and what he wished he could do. The letter goes on to express how he wishes his time on the front would hurry and be over, his thoughts on the continuation of the war and the politics involved, how hard the war is in Italy and his thoughts on the army. The envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service, A. P. O., December 29, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 29, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated December 29, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter asks after various aspects of their infant son's health as well as her health. The letter goes on to describe his participation on the front and what conditions are like. The envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service A. P. O., December 31, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 31, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated December 31, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter describes how he hopes to celebrate New Year's Eve once he is home and asks for company news. The letter goes on to describe the artillery fire he has witnessed. The envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service A. P. O., January 4, 1944.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 3, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated December 3, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter asks after their infant son and whether or not she has received the gifts he sent her. The letter goes on to ask after some friends and whether or not she has sent him anything. The envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service A. P. O., December 7, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 3, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated December 3, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses his recent correspondence, the weather in Italy, and his thoughts about their infant son. The envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service A. P. O., December 7, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 5, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated December 5, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter asks after her and their infant son and describes the recent weather in Italy. The letter goes on to describe what life is like on the front. The envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service A. P. O., December 7, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 5, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated December 5, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses the copy of the birth announcement of their son that she sent him, asks after her health and reminds her that he wants her to send cigars. The envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service A. P. O., December 8, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 7, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated December 7, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter asks if she's seen all their accomplishments toward the war on the news and reminds her that he is a part of it all. The letter goes on to describe his lack of opportunity to bathe or change clothes, asks after their infant son, and reminds her to send both cigars and photos of herself and the baby. The envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service A. P. O., December 9, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 8, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated December 8, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter asks after her health and the baby, and describes how thankful he will be to get home and away from the mud and rain they've experienced in Italy. The envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service A. P. O., December 11, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 11, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 11, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses his interactions with their friends there and advises her on some health matters during her pregnancy. The letter goes on to warn her that his unit may be called up to go overseas as his unit has been "raised on the priority list" and he gives her instructions on how to handle their personal affairs in the event he is called up. The letter is written on The Mayo Hotel, Tulsa, Oklahoma stationary. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 11, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 13, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 13, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong, at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses what he has been doing and news of their friends. The letter is written on Camp Gruber, Oklahoma stationary with the Army eagle logo in the top center. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 13, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 14, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 13, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses the confidential fact that he has been "alerted for overseas duty" and instructs her not to tell anyone. The letter goes on to encourage her to "keep her chin up" and reminds her that he is fighting for her and their child's freedom. He ends the letter describing how wonderful it will be to be reunited with her when the war is over and how much he loves her. The letter is written on Camp Gruber, Oklahoma stationary with the Army eagle logo in the top center. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 14, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 14, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 14, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter describes the camp's preparations for his unit to be shipped overseas and the fact that some of them don't know deployment is eminent. The letter goes on to discuss the impending birth of their baby and how happy he is that she is settled safely at home in his absence. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 15, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 16, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 16, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses his departure date, his power of attorney, and other instructions for her concerning his personal affairs. The letter is written on Camp Gruber, Oklahoma stationary with the Army eagle logo in the top center. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 16, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 17, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 17, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter describes a recent airplane ride he took with the 933rd FAB. The letter goes on to instruct her on the repairs needed to the watch he is sending her and how to handle other personal affairs. The letter goes on to describe his social interactions and shares news of their friends in Oklahoma. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, July 17, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong, to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 19, 1943 (Partial Letter)

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten partial letter, dated July 19, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. Only the third page (numbered at the top) is included. The page discusses some instructions on handling his personal affairs. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 19, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 20, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 20, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses what he has been doing at camp and asks after some personal affairs. The letter goes on to detail how much he misses her and offers suggestions on what to name their baby. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma July 21, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong, to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 22, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 22, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses some of their personal affairs and his frustration with a friend's wife openly discussing her husband's deployment date before he has gone over. Page 2 is missing from the letter. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 23, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong, to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 23, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 23, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses some personal affairs and how much he wants to be with her and their baby. He goes on to ask her to help cheer his worried parents. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 24, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 25, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 25, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses life at the camp, her new apartment in Tupelo, and instructions for handling his affairs after he is shipped overseas. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 25, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 28, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 28, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter describes his activities at camp and how lonesome he is for her. The letter goes on to discuss the impending birth of their child and his desire to be there with her. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, July 28, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong, to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 29, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 29, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses his training activities and he advises her on what to do with their automobile. The letter concludes by reminding her how much he loves and misses her. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, July 30, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 31, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 31, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma where he is stationed, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses his impending deployment overseas and addresses her fears and questions. The letter goes on to reassure her that her finances will be covered and not to worry. He advises her to go to Long Beach after the baby is born. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 31, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 3, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 3, 1943, is written by Major Rollin S. Armstrong in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses his travel to Oklahoma, his academics, settling in at Camp Gruber and the changes made there while he was gone, and news of their friends there. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 8, 1943.

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  Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, July 4, 1943

  Rollin S. Armstrong

  This handwritten letter, dated July 4, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter describes how much he misses her, what he's been doing, and how much he enjoyed his recent visit with her. The letter goes on to discuss news of their friends and gives her instructions on some personal affairs he needs her to handle. The letter is written on Camp Gruber, Oklahoma stationary with the army's eagle logo in the top center. The envelope is postmarked Camp Gruber, Oklahoma, July 4, 1943.