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Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, January 3, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated January 3, 1943, is written from W. N. Bogan at Washington and Lee in Lexington, Virginia to his mother, Catherine F, Bogan in West Point. The letter apologizes for not having written sooner and expresses his regret that he hasn't sent thank you cards for the gifts he received. The letter goes on to thank her for the birthday gift she sent him. The letter is signed, Devotedly Buddy." The envelope is postmarked Lexington, Virginia, January 4, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, July 5, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, postmarked July 5, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes some of their training activities, some letters he's received, and his upcoming trip home. The envelope is postmarked Durham, North Carolina, July 5, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, June 13, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated June 13, 1944, is sent from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter expresses his frustrations with some things he's been forced to do while at Camp and tries to explain his reasoning as to why he feels that way. The letter goes on to describe some of the events taking place at camp and some of the courses he's taken in training. The letter goes on to beg her not to judge him too harshly and apologizes for disappointing her. The letter is written on United States Army stationary and is signed, "Devotedly, Buddy." No envelope is included.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, March 13, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated March 13, 1944, 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 informs her that he still doesn't know where or when he will be shipped out, only rumors. The letter goes on to describe what he's been doing in the meantime and informs her that he will be sending his personal items to her for safekeeping. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy" and does not include an envelope. The letter is written on United States Army Stationary.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, March 15, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated March 15, 1944, 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 informs her that he's being transferred to the 95th Division, Indiantown, Gap, Pennsylvania and that the company will be used as replacements for the division. The letter goes on to let her know when he'll be shipping out and the plans he's making. The letter is written on United States Army stationary and is signed, "Devotedly, Buddy." No envelope is included.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, March 22, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated March 22, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Indiantown Gap Military Reservation in Pennsylvania to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes what he's been doing since his transfer, what the facilities are like, and the snowy weather. The letter goes on to describe what the training has been like and how tough the officers are on the cadets. The letter is written on United States Army stationary and is signed "All my love mom, Buddy." No envelope is included.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, March 26, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated March 26, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Indiantown Gap Military Reservation in Pennsylvania to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses news from home and news of others from his company. The letter goes on to describe what his duties have been since arriving and how he's spent his free time. The letter is written on United States Army stationary and is signed "Devotedly, Buddy." The envelope is postmarked Indiantown Gap, PA, March 27, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, March 4, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated March 4, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia to his mother, Catharine F. Bogan. The letter describes his frustration at not knowing when or where he'll be moved and explains that he won't have much choice in the matter. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy" and is written on United States Army stationary. The envelope is postmarked Lexington, Virginia March 5, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, May 1, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This partial letter is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter speaks of his recent exercises at camp and discusses news from home. The letter is written on United States Army stationary and is signed "Devotedly, Buddy." The envelope is postmarked Camp Butner, North Carolina, May 1, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, May 17, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, postmarked May 17, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter expresses how happy he was to have heard her voice on the phone the previous evening and updates her on what he will be doing in the coming days. The letter is on United States Army stationary and is signed, "Love you heaps, Buddy." The envelope is postmarked Camp Butner, North Carolina, May 17, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, May 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This undated handwritten letter is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter asks her to send money and describes what he's been doing and what his duties at camp have been. The letter is signed "Love ya' heaps, Buddy" and does not include an envelope. This handwritten letter "calls back" to the letter postmarked May 1, 1944 and was included in the envelope for that letter in the physical collection.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, Catherine F. Bogan, May 29, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated May 29, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina, to his mother, Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes what he's been doing and thanks her for the money she sent him. The letter goes on to share that he will likely make private first class in June. The letter is written on United States Army stationary and is signed "All my love, Buddy." No envelope is included.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Mother, February 5, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated February 5, 1944, 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 thanks her for making his furlough and visit home so special and describes his trip back to Lexington. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, August 24, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated August 24, 1944, is written from W. N. Bogan at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his parents W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses news from home and what his duties have been recently. The letter is signed "All my love to you, Buddy" and no envelope is included.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, August 27, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This typed letter, dated August 27, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses his dad's new job, what his weekend details have been like, the possibility of going to machine gun school, 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, December 11, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated December 11, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to his family apologizes for not having written sooner and expresses that he can't explain to them why and hopes they don't worry about him. The letter goes on to thank them for the box of items they sent to him. The letter is signed "Love, Buddy." The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, December 21, 1944.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr., to His Parents, December 17, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated December 17, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in England to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses the mail system, the correspondence he's received, and how limited his travel is. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy" and does not include an envelope.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, December 20, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated December 20, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed in England to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses what he's seen and done in England, the letters he's received, and the fact that he has M. P. duty Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The letter is signed "Buddy." No envelope is included.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, December 6, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated December 6, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he is stationed overseas to his parents, W. N. Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses some of the people he's seen there, the food, and asks for some address of people he'd like to write. The letter is signed, "Devotedly, Buddy." The air mail envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Services, December 11, 1944 and includes a red six cents U. S. Air Mail postage stamp. An Army Examiner number is ink stamped on the lower left with a signature above it.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, November 11, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, postmarked November 11, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. while he is at sea on his way to Europe to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter is multiple notes combined into one letter, each note describing his trip at sea, asks his mom to use his first allotment check for Christmas gifts, and when he expects to get more mail. The letter ends with him in England and the first location he visited is redacted. The letter is signed "Well, cheerio, Buddy." The air mail envelope is postmarked U. S. Army Postal Services A. P. O., November 10, 1944 and includes and Army Examiner ink stamp. A red six cent United States Postage stamp is in the upper right corner.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, November 19, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated November 19, 1944 is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. where he's stationed overseas to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter describes the types of correspondence he's received since his arrival overseas and how he hopes to see a family friend who is stationed nearby. The War and Navy Departments V-Mail Service envelope is postmarked U. S. Postal Service No. 3, November 29, 1944.
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, October 11, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, postmarked October 11, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. from Camp Butner in North Carolina to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter apologizes for his tardy letters and describes how he spent his recent three day pass. The letter is signed "All my love, Buddy." The envelope is postmarked Clarksville, Virginia, October 11, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, September 25, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This undated handwritten letter is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his parents, W. N. Sr, and Catherine F. Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter expresses how happy he was to have seen his mom recently and wished he could have seen his dad, as well. The letter is signed "Devotedly, Buddy." The envelope is postmarked Durham, North Carolina, September 25, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Parents, September 29, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This undated handwritten letter is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his parents, W. N., Sr. and Catherine F. Bogan, in West Point, Mississippi. The letter discusses some news from home and what he expects from upcoming training. The letter is signed "I love you both very much, Buddy." The envelope is postmarked Durham, North Carolina, September 29, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."
Letter, W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. to His Sister, Kay Bogan, April 23, 1944

William Neill Bogan Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated April 23, 1944, is written from W. N. (William Neill) Bogan, Jr. at Camp Butner in North Carolina to his sister, Kay Bogan in West Point, Mississippi. The letter congratulates her for a recently achieved honor and expresses his wish to see her in Romeo and Juliet. The letter is written on United States Army stationary and is signed "Love you heaps, Son." The envelope is postmarked Camp Butner, North Carolina, April 24, 1944 and the postage is designated as "free."