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June 16, 1944 – Friday
We worked hard all day today getting rid of clothing and turning in equipment. We worked hard all day. I wish I could get a little time to write a letter home. Sat around and talked and went to bed.
June 15, 1944 – Thursday
We loaded the supply and got ready to move. We left our area about 2 pm. It took quite a while to get through town as the traffic was heavy. We are out in the woods about 17 miles from … Continue reading
June 14, 1944 – Wednesday
Well, we didn’t move today and Wellman went to town. So I was alone in the supply room. Most of the work is caught up and the company is all out on pass anyway. Went over and had my picture … Continue reading
June 13, 1944 – Tuesday
Went to town today and had a swell time. Willie and I walked all morning. We went to St. Peters and got to see the Pope, which was really a treat. The Pope can speak 17 different languages. In the … Continue reading
June 12, 1944 – Monday
Same old thing today, work, work, work. Reports and more reports. We are moving in another day so I am going to town tomorrow. Went to bed early tonight.
June 11, 1944 – Sunday
Boy were we busy today. Wow, I didn’t even have time to go to mass. Worked hard all day long. I was tired and went to bed early.
June 10, 1944 – Saturday
We received all of our new clothes today and it was really a mess. Everyone was going on pass and we tried to get them fixed up. Went for another walk tonight and that was about all for today.
June 9, 1944 – Friday
Worked all day again today. I had to get out quite a few reports. Kept us quite busy. Went to a show tonight at “C” Company. Came home and went to bed.
June 8, 1944 – Thursday
We had a lot of work to do around in the Supply Room today. In the evening Mel and I went for a little walk around town. Came home about 10 pm and went to bed.
June 7, 1944 – Wednesday
Worked around the supply room all morning. Traded cigarettes for Cognac & wine. Sold one carton of cigarettes for $10.00. People sure want cigarettes. Was going to take off but we are moving tonight. We are in a big park … Continue reading