Protecting Our Young Soldiers: A Fight for Proper Training and Treatment, 1945-04-25

Item — Box: 6, Folder: Unknown

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_43_0001

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Rep. George B. Schwabe received a letter from Mrs. Leona Yoakum expressing concern about young boys being sent into combat without proper training. Rep. Schwabe, who also has a son in a similar position, has been advocating for better treatment of these boys and recently met with President Truman about the issue. The U.S. Senate passed a bill to require at least 6 months of training for young boys before they are sent into service. Mrs. Yoakum shared the story of her grandson who went into training at a young age and was sent overseas, expressing concern for his safety. She urged Rep. Schwabe to take action before it is too late.

Dates

1945-04-25

Language of Materials

English

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