Letter to Honorable Andrew J. May Regarding the Drafting of Teen-Age Boys into the Army, 1946-05-17
Item — Box: 7, Folder: 9
Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0020
Letter to Honorable Andrew J. May Regarding the Drafting of Teen-Age Boys into the Army, 1946-05-17
The letter expresses support for Congressman Andrew J. May's efforts to eliminate the drafting of teen-age boys into the army during peace-time, advocating for legislation to compensate soldiers and increase enlistments instead. The writer questions the need for teen-age boys in the army a year after VE day and expresses hope to discuss these views with government and military officials at an upcoming event. The letter concludes with appreciation for Congressman May's efforts.
Dates
- 1946-05-17
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
1 Pages
Overview
79th (1945-1947)
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository