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Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, April 13, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 13, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes what he is doing while in Germany and his fear that the placement will become permanent. The letter goes on to discuss Eisenhower's non-fraternization rule and how he doesn't "want anything to do with these people" and why he feels that way. The letter concludes by describing the notification they got of Franklin Roosevelt's death and his hopes that Truman "turns out to be a bigger man than I think he is." The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy." A purple ink postmark for West Point, Mississippi, may 12, 1945 is beneath the text on the last page of the letter. The air mail envelope is postmarked twice. The first postmark is U. S. Army Postal Services, A. P. O., April 14, 1945 and the second postmark is West Point, Mississippi, May 12, 1945. A red six cent air mail postage stamp is in the upper right and an Army examiner ink stamp is in the lower left with a signature below it.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, April 15, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 15, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter jokes about how one of the fellows has taken up playing the violin and how he's to blame for any errors in the letter. The letter goes on to describe what he's been doing and what the weather is like. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service, No. 3, April 24, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, April 17, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 17, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes his frustration with the mail service and his boredom with his current duties. The letter is signed "Love to all, Son." The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, April 25, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, April 18, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 18, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter acknowledges all the mail he'd finally received from them and speculates that the inspector must have lost the French money from a letter he'd sent them. The letter goes on to discuss news from home. A purple postmark for West Point, Mississippi, May 29, 1945 is in the center of the last page. The letter is signed "All my love to everyone, Buddy." The air mail envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service A. P. O., April 20, 1945 and a red six cent air mail postage stamp is in the upper right. An Army examiner ink stamp is in the lower left with a signature beneath it.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, April 21, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 21, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes all the mail he's received and thanks them for the packages of goodies. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service, No. 3, April 30, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, April 2, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 2, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France, to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses the packages he's received and how grateful he is for them. The letter is signed, "Love, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, April 10, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, April 30, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 30, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses the weather, the correspondence he's received, and news from home. The letter is signed "Buddy." A purple postmark for West Point, Mississippi, May 12, 1945, is in the lower left of the page. The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service, No. 3, May 9, 1945 and West Point, Mississippi, May 12, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, April 8, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 8, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter assures them that he is "fine and well" despite being in Germany and expresses his wish that he could tell them more about it. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, August 3, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated August 3, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter informs them that he has moved back to Faber Castle to guard some equipment. The letter goes on to say that he is beyond speculating what the Army will have them do next. The letter is signed "Much love to all, Buddy." The air mail envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service A. P. O., August 6, 1945 and includes two six cent air mail postage stamps in the upper right.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, August 6, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated August 6, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter explains that they have moved again and describes to them where the city is. The letter is signed "Love, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, August 18, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, December 11, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated December 11, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in Germany to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes the weather conditions there, his recreational activities, and what his new commanding officer is like. The letter goes on to express his hope that he will be home in the States by February.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, February 14, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 14, 1945 is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes the preparations for winter at camp. The letter is signed "Love, Buddy." A purple ink stamp for West Point, Mississippi is in the center of the letter. The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, February 23, 1945 and also includes a purple postmark for West Point, Mississippi, April 2, 1945. "Request nuts" is written in pencil below the return address.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, February 16, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 16, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter expresses his concern for his sister after having heard of some tornados in Meridian. The letter goes on to discuss the meals they've had, how they're managing laundry, and the beautiful weather they've had. The letter is signed "Love, Son." A purple postmark for West Point, Mississippi, May 3, 1945, is at the bottom of the letter. The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, March 6, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, February 18, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 18, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter informs them that he finally got caught up on his mail from them. He goes on to discuss the church service he attended and how group was small and an officer who isn't a chaplain led the service. The letter is signed "Love, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 1, February 27, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, February 19 and 20, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 19 and 20, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes the excitement the dollar she sent him caused at camp. The letter goes on to detail various correspondences, news from home, and his requests for things. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy." The air mail envelope is postmarked twice. The first postmark is for U. S. Army Postal Service, February 22, 1945 and the second is for West Point, Mississippi, March 13, 1945. A red six cent air mail postage stamp is in the upper right corner.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, February 21, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 21, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter acknowledges the receipt of a package they sent. The letter is signed 'Love, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, February 26, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, February 2, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 2, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses the correspondence he's received. The letter is signed "Love you all, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, February 14, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, February 24, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 24, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses what he has been doing at camp, his recent M. P. duty, and the things he's received recently. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, February 27, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, February 4, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 4, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France, to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point. The letter describes how monotonous life at camp is and shares a cooking fail he and the other men had while trying to cook beans. The letter goes on to describe what the town is like and how some of the fellows have taken things from the abandoned homes. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy." The air mail envelope is postmarked U.S. Army Postal Service, February 18, 1945 and includes a red six cent air mail postage stamp in the upper right corner. An army examiner ink stamp is in the lower left corner and a signature is beneath it.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, February 9, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 9, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses his most recent move and the letters he's received. The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Services envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Services, February 17, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, January 11, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated January 11, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes the mail and packages he's received and how grateful he is for them. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments V--Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, January 28, 1945.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, January 1, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated January 1, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses how he didn't end up pulling M. P. detail on Christmas and what he did instead. He goes on to describe the traveling he's been doing since getting to France and how wrecked the towns are in France. The letter goes on to speculate that the French don't seem to like the U. S. troops very much and the problems they're having with the language barrier. The letter is signed "All my love to each of you, Buddy." No envelope is included.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, January 14, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated January 14, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes how the camp has made do without a working generator for the week and discusses why he hasn't responded to some correspondences. The letter goes on to discuss the snow they've had and some news from home. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, January 18, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated January 18, 1945, is written from W. N. Bogan where he's stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes how difficult it's been to get mail in or out and discusses some news he's heard from friends. The letter goes on to describe the French money he was paid with. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, January 28, 1945

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated January 28, 1945, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in France to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point. The letter describes how he managed to break his fountain pen and how he hopes he can get it fixed. The letter goes on to discuss news he's heard from men he trained with in Virginia and describe what his living situations are currently. The letter concludes with how homesick he is and is signed "All my love, Buddy." The Air Mail envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Service, January 31, 1945 and includes a red six cent postage stamp in the upper right corner. An army examiner ink stamp is in the lower left with a signature below it.