John G. Shindledecker Second World War correspondence, 1944 May 29-1945 July 19

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Summary

Creators:
Shindledecker, John G. and Trostle, Ronald Lee
Abstract:
This collection contains letters from SN John G. Shindledecker, USN, to his brother Harry during the Second World War.
Extent:
0.025 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

[Item title, Box number, Folder number], John G. Shindledecker Second World War correspondence (2016.082.w.r), Center for American War Letters Archives, Chapman University, CA.

For the benefit of current and future researchers, please cite any additional information about sources consulted in this collection, including permanent URLs, item or folder descriptions, and box/folder locations.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection is available online in Chapman University's Digital Commons: https://digitalcommons.chapman.edu/jgshindledecker_collection/

This collection contains five correspondence written by Seaman First Class, John Grayson "Pete" Shindledecker, United States Navy, to his brother and family during the Second World World War. Shindledecker's hometown was Cascade, MD, and he served from 1943-1945 aboard the USS Manatee. He was based in San Francisco, CA and New York City, NY.

The letters are addressed to Harry Z. Shindledecker, who is the donor's grandfather. He calls him "brother" and the letters are sent to him in Blue Ridge Summit, PA. Shindledecker signs his name as "Pete" in the letters.

In the letter dated May 14, 1945 he discusses the end of the war with Germany and expresses hope that the war with the "Japs" will be over soon as well so he can go home.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Ronald Lee Trostle
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

There are no restrictions on the use of this material except where previously copyrighted material is concerned. It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain all permissions. For further copyright information, please contact the archivist.

Preferred citation:

[Item title, Box number, Folder number], John G. Shindledecker Second World War correspondence (2016.082.w.r), Center for American War Letters Archives, Chapman University, CA.

For the benefit of current and future researchers, please cite any additional information about sources consulted in this collection, including permanent URLs, item or folder descriptions, and box/folder locations.

Contact:
(714) 532-7716
privette@chapman.edu
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