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Gritton, Kenneth L. (Second World War correspondence)
2022.253.w.r  
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Description
This collection contains correspondence from WO Kenneth L. Gritton, USA to his future wife during the Second World War, as well as correspondence from their nephew A1C William D. Hughes, USAF during the Vietnam War and a graduation invite from A/C Gerald A. Sutton, USAAF during the Second World War, and other materials.
Background
Warrant Officer Kenneth L. "Ken" Gritton, United States Army (9/30/1919 - 10/5/1993) was born and raised in Illinois to Glen L and Iona Baker Gritton and attended Aledo High School. He met Wilma Dollar Sturgill (12/2/1920 - 10/26/1999) and wrote her while he served overseas during the Second World War.
Extent
0.2 Linear Feet (3 folders)
Restrictions
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.
Availability
This collection is open for research.