Plain Jane Plain Talk
Journals from the road, trails and at sea
Category: ..Prelude
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…was the youngest of 7 children. He grew up in Childs PA during the Great Depression, and was called to service for his country on May 29, 1942. Here is his story, through the many letters that he wrote home to his family – during his time in military service. Russell provided a “support role”…
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Most of this article is based on things I could remember or excerpts from letters I had written relatives. Most of the letters I had written home from wherever I was were returned to me. Letters also triggered memories that I would have forgotten entirely. Timewise, this article is based mostly on dates of these…
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May 29, 1942 Sendoff to Fort Niagara, NY On May 29, 1942, Russell was selected for service, and transported along with a contingent of men from Endicott NY, to Fort Niagara, NY. At the time, Russell was 23 years old, and was living amongst his relatives – which included his brother Willard & his wife…
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