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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, May 3, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated May 3, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. at Camp Shelby in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes an impromptu dance party at the recreation hall and other extracurricular activities he hopes to participate in. The letter is written on Camp Shelby Mississippi stationary with a purple eagle emblem in the top center of the page. The envelope is postmarked Camp Shelby, Mississippi, May 3, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the space typically reserved for the postage stamp.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, May 8, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated May 8, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes his joy at having gotten into the Air Corps of the Army. The letter goes on to describe the hotel where he is staying, the rooming situation, and the trip to St. Petersburg from Camp Shelby. The envelope is postmarked Saint Petersburg, Florida, may 9, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten across the space typically reserved for the postage stamp.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. 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 mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter sends her Mother's Day wishes, describes the laundry situation where he's at, how much better he feels after a shower and hair cut, and the rearrangement of rooms at the hotel. The letter goes on to describe what he expects to be doing while he is in Florida. The envelope is postmarked Saint Petersburg, Florida, May 13, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the space typically reserved for the postage stamp. "Damaged by cancelling machine" is ink stamped in several places across the envelope and brown tape is placed in several areas.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, November 12, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated November 12, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for training to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes his current schedule and news from 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.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, November 19, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated November 12, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for training to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes how hard he's been studying, how he spent his weekend, and asks after news from 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.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, November 28, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated November 28, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for training to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses news from home and describes a young lady he's met. 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. The envelope is postmarked Lexington, Virginia, November 30, 1943.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, November 8, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated November 8, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for training to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes how busy he's been in training and classes and his recent trip to Birmingham, Alabama. 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.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, October 16, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated October 16, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for training to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses how difficult things are, his upcoming exams, the weather and what the food is like. The letter goes on to describe all the girls he's dating and discuss the news he's gotten from 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. Several newspaper clippings are included with the letter. The envelope is postmarked Lexington, Virginia, October 16, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the space typically reserved for the postage stamp.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, October 27, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated October 27, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in Lexington, Virginia where he is stationed for training to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes his plans to come home during furlough, his exams, and discusses the news he's received from 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. The envelope is postmarked Lexington, Virginia, October 28, 1943.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, September 1, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated September 1, 1943, is from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter assures her that her "widdle boy" is "about the happiest yard bird in the whole doggone army" and thanks her for the watch she and his dad sent him and describes how he's been showing it off to everyone. The letter goes on to tell her he's including some and tells her to buy herself something nice. The letter concludes with telling her news from his studies and his social life. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy" and does not include and envelope.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, September 14, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated September 14, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes and incident in the mess hall wherein some men in his company loudly protested the undesirable food and resulted in two week disciplinary action against the whole company. The letter goes on to discuss family business, a trip to D. C. he was hoping to take, and the cold weather. The letter is signed "My love to all, Buddy." The envelope is postmarked Lexington, VA, September 16, 1943 and the postage is designated as "free."

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, September 25, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated September 25, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes his recent trip to Washington, D. C., the girl he took on a date while there, and other places he visited on the way back. The letter goes on to discuss his visits with a family friend, items he needs her to send him, and his hopes for playing on a football team. The letter is signed "All my love to you, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, September 4, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated September 4, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter expresses appreciation for the package of towels and cookies she sent him. The letter goes on to ask after the rest of the family and discuss his classes and the receipt of his company insignia. The letter is signed, "Buddy" and does not include an envelope.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, 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 mother, Catherine F. Bogan. The letter expresses his excitement at having heard from her. The letter goes on to describe his grades and his social life. The letter is signed "Love ya! Buddy" and does not include an envelope.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, undated

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated July 23, 1943, is written by W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at the Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses the clippings he received from her, empathizes with her about her work interfering with correspondence, and informs her that he will need some things sent to him once he's settled. The letter was included with a letter dated July 23, 1943.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Parents and Family, May 19, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated May 19, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his parents and family in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses the amount of backed up mail that finally arrived and thanks his family for the items they sent him. The letter goes on to describe what he has been up to, the boys he's met from State College, and asks for updates on some family news.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Parents and Family, May 20, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated May 20, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his parents and family in West Point, Mississippi. The letter explains what types of training he is doing in St. Petersburg, his personal activities, and thanks them for the gifts and items they have sent. The letter goes on to inform his mom of some war bonds he is buying and other personal finance matters. The letter is written on United States Army Air Forces St. Petersburg, Florida stationary that includes gold wings in the top center of the page.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Parents and Family, May 21, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated May 21, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his parents and family in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses what he assumes is happening at home, what he is doing in St. Petersburg, how hot the weather is, who he's received correspondence from. The letter goes on to describe some of his training exercises. the letter is written on U. S. Army Air Forces stationary with a blue wings in the top center. The envelope is postmarked Saint Petersburg, Florida, May 21, 1943 and a portion of the top right corner has been torn.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Parents and Family, May 22, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated May 22, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his parents and family in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes how tired he is from training and what his schedule is like. The letter goes on to describe the people's met from near his hometown and asks after his friends back home. The letter is written on United States Army Air Forces St. Petersburg, Florida stationary with a pare of golden wings in the top center of the first page.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Parents and Family, May 23, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated May 23, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his parents and family in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses how he is fairing with maintaining his wardrobe, his pleasure at finally being able to attend an Episcopal Church, and how he plans to use his pass. The letter goes on to speculate that he may be moving again. The letter is written on United States Army Air Forces St. Petersburg, Florida stationary with a pare of golden wings in the top center of the first page. The envelope is postmarked Saint Petersburg, Florida, may 24, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the space typically reserved for the postage stamp. Included with the letter is a program for the May 23, 1943 services for St. Peter's Church in St. Petersburg, Florida. The cover of the four page program includes a sketch of the church tower, the rector's name, and the church's contact information. The program lists the schedule of the service, news for upcoming church events, and information for various church groups.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Parents and Family, May 27, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated May 27, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his parents and family in West Point, Mississippi. The letter apologizes for his inability to write every day and thanks his family for continuing to write him regularly. The letter goes on to describe guard duty, how the party went, what has been going on at camp, and how he's spending any rare free time. 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, May 28, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the space typically reserved for the postage stamp.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To His Parents and Family, May 31, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated May 31, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in St. Petersburg, Florida where he is stationed for training to his parents and family in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes his experience at the rifle range, practicing walking through tear gas, and other training exercises. The letter goes on to discuss his pay, a boat trip he took, and his experience with church. The letter is written on United States Army Air Forces St. Petersburg, Florida stationary with a pare of golden wings in the top center of the first page. The envelope is postmarked Saint Petersburg, Florida, May 31, 1943 and "Free" is handwritten in the space typically reserved for the postage stamp. Included with the letter is a program for the May 30, 1943 services for St. Peter's Church in St. Petersburg, Florida. The cover of the program is missing and the inside of the program includes the rector's name, and the church's contact information. The program lists the schedule of the service, news for upcoming church events, and information for various church groups.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Sister, September 24, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated September 24, 1943, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his sister in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes his recent trip to Washington, D. C., the upcoming dance and his dating prospects, and some of the people he's met. The letter is signed "Lots of love, Son" and does not include an envelope.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To Juliette Chamberlin, April 13, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated April 13, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. at State College (Starkville), Mississippi, to Juliette Chamberlin in Jackson, Mississippi. The letter thanks her for sending money and describes the event it paid for. The letter goes on to elude to a possible call to duty.

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  Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. To Juliette Chamberlin, April 27, 1943

  William Neill Bogan Jr.

  This handwritten letter, dated April 27, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan Jr. in West Point, Mississippi, to Juliette Chamberlin in Jackson, Mississippi. The letter expresses his wish to have seen her before he was called to report to the Army and describes his anticipation at joining the Army.