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Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, June 16, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated June 16, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter informs that he has been ill, that he has not been moved yet, and how tiresome the routine at camp has become. The letter is written on U. S. Army Air Forces stationary with a set of blue wings in the top center of the page. The envelope is postmarked Saint Petersburg, Florida, June 17, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the space typically reserved for the postage stamp.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, June 20, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated June 20, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter wishes his father a happy Father's Day, describes his activities at camp, his shame in having missed church, and his excitement at going up for classification. The letter is written on U. S. Army Air Forces stationary with a set of blue wings in the top center of the page.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, June 2, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated June 2, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter describes his training and experience at the rifle range, other training activities, and speculates that he will not be in St. Petersburg much longer. The letter is written on U. S. Army Air Force stationary with a set of blue wings in the top center of the page. The envelope is postmarked Saint Petersburg, Florida, June 3, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the area typically reserved for the postage stamp.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, June 24, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated June 24, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter wishes his father a happy Father's Day, describes his activities at camp, his shame in having missed church, and his excitement at going up for classification. The letter goes on to describe his boxing plans. The letter is written on U. S. Army Air Forces stationary with a set of blue wings in the top center of the page.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, June 26, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated June 26, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter references the "Memphis Belle" plane and describes how his boxing match was thwarted by rain. The letter is written on U. S. Army Air Forces stationary with a set of blue wings in the top center of the page.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, June 5, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated June 5, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter celebrates the fact that he was bypassed for kitchen duty for the past couple of days and describes the difficult day had the day before. The letter goes on to describe the drills he's been involved in and how the heat and constant exposure to the sun has affected him and the men in his group. The letter is written on U. S. Army Air Forces stationary with a set of blue wings in the top center.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, May 10, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated May 11, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his father in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The letter complains about the lack of mail being forwarded to him from Camp Shelby, expresses how he is liking the camp in St. Petersburg, and describes the training he has been participating in. The letter goes on to describe how the camp is organized and what their routines are. The letter is written on Army Air Forces Technical Training Command stationary with the logo of gold wings over a silver and red star within a blue circle in the center. The envelope is postmarked twice. The first postmark is Saint Petersburg, Florida, may 13, 1943 where the letter was sent. The second postmark is Baton Rouge, Louisiana, May 18, 1943 where it was forwarded to West Point, Mississippi.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, May 9, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated May 9, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his father in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The letter describes his trip to St. Petersburg and how busy he has been the past couple of days. the letter goes on to explain what he expects from the rest of his training. The envelope is addressed to Mrs. W. N. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi and is postmarked Saint Petersburg, Florida, May 10, 1943. "Free" is handwritten across the space typically reserved for postage stamps.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, October 1, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated October 1, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for training to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter describes how busy he's been, his desire to come home for a weekend, and his school work. The letter is written on Washington and Lee stationary with the image of a building drawn in blue ink in the upper left corner.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, October 19, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated October 19, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for training to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter describes the exams he is taking as "furlough" and speculates when they might "turn them loose" to go home. The letter is written on A. S. T. Washington and Lee University, Lexington, Virginia stationary with and eagle and shield logo in the top center of the first page.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., April 22, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 22, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in West Point, Mississippi to his father, W. N. Bogan in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The letter informs his dad that he has ben sworn in as a Private in the Army and describes the trip to Camp Shelby and his stay there for induction.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., August 14, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated August 14, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for military training to his father, W. N. Bogan, Sr. in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter describes a watch he wants to borrow money to buy, what his classes are like, and what his schedule is like. The letter goes on to discuss the correspondence he's received. The letter is signed "Lots of love, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., August 17, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated August 17, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for military training to his father, W. N. Bogan, Sr. in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter discusses his parents' recent visit with each other, how they will not likely get to visit him at Washington and Lee, and his disappointment at not receiving and appointment to West Point. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., August 20, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated August 20, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for military training to his father, W. N. Bogan, Sr. in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter discusses the watch he's been asking his dad to send him, the news he's received from home, and his company review. The letter is signed, "Devotedly, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., August 23, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated August 23, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his father, W. N. Bogan, Sr. in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter discusses how his classes are going, what he's been doing in his free time, and the news he's heard from home. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to his Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., August 31, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated August 31, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University, in Lexington, Virginia to his father, W. N. Bogan, Sr. The letter expresses his gratitude for the "exquisite, magnificent, gorgeous, glorious, wonderful, colossal" watch his parents sent to him. The letter goes on to discuss other correspondence he's received, how hot it has been, and how is grades are doing. The letter is signed, "Devotedly, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., August 7, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated August 7, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. at Washington and Lee University where he is stationed for military training to his father, W. N. Bogan, Sr. in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter describes his excitement for training to begin, his interactions with the Episcopal minister, what his roommate is like. The letter goes on to discuss his hope that his parents can come visit him and who he has been spending time with. The letter is signed, "All my love, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr., to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., July 18, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated July 18, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr., a the Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter describes what the Citadel is like, his trip there, and what he's been doing since his arrival. The envelope is postmarked July 19, 1943 and "free" is handwritten in the space typically reserved for the postage stamp. The image of an airman boarding an air force plane surrounded by blue stars is located in the lower left corner of the envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr., to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., July 20, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated July 20, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr., a the Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter describes his thoughts on the Citadel facilities, the food, and the activities he's participated in. The letter goes on to discuss the classes he's going to be taking and where he might be going next. The envelope is postmarked Charleston, South Carolina, July 20, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the area typically reserved for the postage stamp.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr., to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., July 23, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated July 23, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr., a the Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter discusses what he's been doing and describes his frustration at his mail not having been forwarded from St. Petersburg, Florida. The letter goes on to describe his glee at the corporals and sergeants struggling with the same things he and the other privates are and describes his roommate. The envelope is postmarked Charleston, South Carolina, July 23, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the area typically reserved for the postage stamp.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr., to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., July 25, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated July 25, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr., a the Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, to his father in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter informs his dad that he will be moving to Washington and Lee College in Lexington, Virginia. The letter goes on to describe what he's been doing around town. The envelope is postmarked Charleston, South Carolina, July 26, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the space typically reserved for the postage stamp.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., October 9, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated October 9, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his father, W. N. Bogan, Sr. in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter discusses his plans for trying to get home for a visit, he's been doing, and expresses thanks for the things his dad has sent him. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy." The envelope is postmarked Lexington, Virginia, October 10, 1943 and the postage is designated "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., September 17, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated September 17, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his father, W. N. Bogan, Sr. in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter discusses the trip he has planned to visit Washington, D. C., how his classes are going, the cooler weather, and football. The letter goes on to discuss family matters and the correspondence he's received. The letter is signed, "Lots of love, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Father, W. N. Bogan, Sr., September 9, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated September 9, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his father, W. N. Bogan, Sr. in Memphis, Tennessee. The letter describes some trouble his company got into due to some "troublemakers" in the mess hall and how he's fairing under the punishment. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Grandmother, June 3, 1943

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated June 3, 1943 is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his grandmother. The letter responds to several things his grandmother told him in her letter to him and discusses some family friends. The letter goes on to describe how his week at camp and training has been and informs her of the date he will finish basic training. The letter is written on U. S. Army Air Forces stationary with a set of blue wings in the top center.