The Lasting Legacy of Semper Fidelis, 1942-01-01 - 1955-12-31
Item — Box: 8, Folder: 1
Identifier: CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0018
The author, a Marine Corps member, shares his experiences and thoughts on war and combat in a letter to a senator. He reflects on the cost and toll of war, the loss of friends, and the brutal realities of combat. Despite his distaste for war, he expresses pride in his division and the Marine Corps. The author also discusses his struggles with forming attachments to fellow soldiers knowing they may not survive, and his belief in the need for a more peaceful approach to conflict resolution.
Dates
- 1942-01-01 - 1955-12-31
Language of Materials
English
Extent
5 Pages
Overview
77th (1941-1943); 78th (1943-1945); 79th (1945-1947); 80th (1947-1949); 81st (1949-1951); 82nd (1951-1953)
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository