Supporting Inclusion of Merchant Marine in G.I. Bill: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe, 1945-01-22

Item — Box: 5, Folder: 84

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_5_84_0011

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The letter is a response from Congressman George B. Schwabe to Mr. and Mrs. Howard R. Foster regarding their request for support of H.R. 5477, which aims to include members of the Merchant Marine in the G.I. Bill of Rights. Congressman Schwabe assures them that he will consider the matter carefully and vote in the best interests of the men. The Fosters had requested equal rights for their son in the Merchant Marine as compared to the Regular Army and Navy personnel.

Dates

1945-01-22

Language of Materials

English

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