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Language
English
Abstract
Letters and greeting cards received by Harold L. Frankhauser of Parkersburg, West Virginia in 1942-1946 while serving the
U.S. Navy in a medical detachment on the USS Chilton (APA-38) during World War II. The letters are from family and friends
in Parkersburg, friends in the armed forces, and girl friends, reflecting a diverse range of home front experiences. There
is an extensive series of letters from Lillian Tosker of New York, whom Harold Frankhauser married, which include numerous
references to sentiment, as well as aspects of daily city life, such as transportation, employment, and entertainment. There
are references to popular culture in the letters, including movies, big bands, vocalists, and sporting events. There are two
photographs that include, presumably, Harold L. Frankhauser with his parents. Harold Lee Frankhauser was born in West Virginia
on May 20, 1921.
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Preferred Citation
[Description and date of item], [Box/folder number], Harold L. Frankhauser, Incoming Letters Regarding the World War II Home
Front, A&M 3545, West Virginia and Regional History Center, West Virginia University Libraries, Morgantown, West Virginia.
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