Description
This collection contains a letter and a photograph from Marie Hubly to PFC Samuel Beckenstein during the Second World War.
Background
The following information was given by the donor: "The letter was sent to my uncle, Samuel Beckenstein. He served in the
Army during WW2 as PFC/specialist. I don't know how he met the letter writer[who was British], but he was known as quite a
ladies man (although the letter writer was married). Uncle Sam was Jewish, his parents, originally from Russia, emigrated
via the Pale of Settlement. He was awarded a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star."
Extent
0.8 Linear feet
(1 folder)
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. For further copyright information, please contact the archivist.
Availability
This collection is open for research.