Letter of Appreciation for Recognition of the Valor of the Negro Soldier in WWII

Digital item

Identifier: CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0032

Staff Only

Dates

79th (1945-1947)

Scope and Contents

Charles H. Dubra, chaplain of the Ninety-sixth Engineer Regiment, writes to Honorable Helen G. Douglas to correct the record regarding the landing of American troops in New Guinea in 1942. He expresses appreciation for her support of the Negro soldier and efforts to make democracy a reality in the United States.

Additional Description

Creator

Non-specified

Congress 79th (1945-1947)

Policy Area African Americans; Constituent Correspondence; Democratic Party U.S.

Tribal Affiliation Non-specified