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Lieutenant Colonel Rollin S. Armstrong Collection

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V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 21, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated December 20, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in Italy, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter updates her on the correspondence and packages he has received and asks after her and their infant son. The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service, January 8, 1944.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 28, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated December 28, 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 the Christmas meal he had and his desire to be at home with her and their infant son. The War and Navy War Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service, January 10, 1944.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, December 31, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) 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 miserable the weather is and complains about how the slow arrival of mail has depleted his moral. The letter goes on to explain that he hopes to visit a cousin who is stationed nearby. The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, January 15, 1944.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, November 23, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated November 23, 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 how he and the other soldiers will miss Thanksgiving celebrations and some of the items his family sent him.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, October 1, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated October 1, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses the receipt of several of her letters, what he is sending her for Christmas, and other personal affairs. The envelope is postmarked October 10, 1943, Grand Central Annex.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, October 28, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated October 28, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses the lack of mail he's receiving and some financial matters.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, October 29, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated October 29, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses the letters he received from her and how hard it is for him to write to her every day. The envelope is postmarked New York, New York, November 13, 1943, Grand Central Annex.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, October 3, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated October 3, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses the gift he is sending her and how much he misses her. The name of a Colonel he mentions has been censored. The envelope is postmarked New, York, New York, October 13, 1943, Grand Central Annex.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, October 6, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated October 6, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses news of their friends and complains about the slow receipt of mail. The envelope is postmarked New York, New York, October 21, 1943, Grand Central Annex.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, September 1, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated September 1, 1943, is written by Major Rollin S. Armstrong from the open sea, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter describes his trip overseas and he reveals that he is headed to North Africa. The letter is partially censored with black ink.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, September 15, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated September 15, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter advises her to send her letters via V-Mail instead of airmail, describes the weather in North Africa, and asks after her new apartment. The letter goes on to discuss financial matters. The envelope is postmarked New York, New York, September 25, 1943, Grand Central Annex.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, September 18, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated September 18, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter describes his recent visit to Oran, a town in North Africa, the conditions and people living there. The envelope is postmarked New York, New York September 28, 1943, Grand Central Annex.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, September 19, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated September 19, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses some financial decisions, his recent trip to a cathedral in Oran, and his recreational activities. The envelope is postmarked New York, New York, September 28, 1943, Grand Central Annex.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, September 22, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated September 22, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter complains of the slow receipt of air mail and discusses the recreational activities in the area. The envelope is postmarked New York, New York, September 30, 1943, Grand Central Annex.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, September 23, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated September 23, 1943, is written by Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter discusses how slow the mail is in getting to North Africa, a gift he is sending her, and the people he is meeting while stationed in North Africa. The envelope is postmarked New York, New York, October 7, 1943, Grand Central Annex.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Major Rollin S. Armstrong to His Wife, Rebecca Armstrong, September 3, 1943

Rollin S. Armstrong

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated September 3, 1943, is written by Major Rollin S. Armstrong from the open sea, to his wife, Rebecca Armstrong, in Tupelo, Mississippi. The letter describes landing in North Africa and details the acquaintances he's seen since arriving. The letter goes on to describe some of his initial impressions of North Africa and how he expects to get along there. The envelope is postmarked New York, New York, September 13, 1943.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Mrs. E. Cavanagh to Major Rollin S. Armstrong, October 31, 1943

E. Cavanagh

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated October 31, 1943, is written by Mrs. E. Cavanagh in Ocean Springs, Mississippi to her brother, Major Rollin S. (Stanley) Armstrong where his stationed in North Africa. The letter offers congratulations on the birth of his son and informs him on the health of his wife.
Letter, Bob McFarlane to Major Rollin S. Armstrong, October 13, 1943

Bob McFarlane

This handwritten letter, dated October 13, 1943, is written by Bob McFarlane in Jackson, Mississippi to Major Rollin S. Armstrong where he is stationed in North Africa. The letter provides news from their mutual friends and updated Rollin on what Bob has been doing. The letter is written on Mississippi Power and Light Company stationary.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, W. A. Tyson in Tupelo, Mississippi to Major Rollin S. Armstrong, in North Africa, October 30, 1943

W. A. Tyson

This typed V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated October 30, 1943, is written by W. A. Tyson, the pastor of the First Methodist Church in Tupelo, Mississippi, to Major Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa. The letter describes Tyson's recent visit with Armstrong's newborn son and encourages the new father.
War Department Address Card for Rollin S. Armstrong

United States War Department

This item is an address card provided by the War Department to provide an address where mail can be sent to an officer. The information included is for Major Rollin S. Armstrong and provides his name, Army serial number, regiment, APO number, c/o postmaster location, cable address, and signature. The form series is dated January 23, 1943. The back of the card is addressed to Mrs. Rollin S. Armstrong in Tupelo, Mississippi.
V-Mail (Victory Mail) Letter, Annie Wilson in Picayune, Mississippi to Major Rollin S. Armstrong, in North Africa, October 31, 1943

Annie Wilson

This handwritten V-Mail (Victory Mail) letter, dated October 31, 1943, is written by Annie Wilson in Picayune, Mississippi to Major Rollin S. Armstrong from where he is stationed in North Africa. The letter offers congratulations on the birth of Armstrong's son and lets him know that his wife is doing well.