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Battle and Battle Dressing: The World War II Letters from Twins in the Medical Service

Battle and Battle Dressing: The World War II Letters from Twins in the Medical Service

Smith, Randy

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Biographies GeneralGeneral Military HistoryWorld War II

Publisher Price: $22.99

ISBN13: 9798318807084
Publisher: Palmetto Publishing
Published: Jan 6 2026
Pages: 358
Weight: 1.23
Height: 0.97 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English

Wartime letters reveal the experiences of twins Glenn and Claire Smith during World War II. Glenn served as a Navy Corpsman in key Pacific battles, while Claire, an Army nurse, served in Europe through the German surrender, capturing their family's resilience amid chaos.

These letters, exchanged with family and between twins Glenn and Claire, provide a poignant glimpse into the lives of two young Americans navigating the tumultuous landscape of war. Growing up in a close-knit family in Central Florida, they faced the challenges of the Great Depression before being thrust into the global conflict. Glenn's journey took him to the front lines of Guadalcanal and New Britain, where he served with the First Marine Division. His letters reflect the grit and determination of a young man committed to his duty, often masking the horrors he encountered with a tone of hope and reassurance.

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