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Diedrich, Wesley F. (First World War correspondence)
2014.025.w.rd
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Description
This collection contains the correspondence and ephemera of PFC Wesley F. Diedrich, AEF during the First World War.
Background
Private First Class Wesley F. Diedrich, AMerican Expeditionary Force (12/6/1900 - 9/2/1966) was born to Nicholas John and
Elizabeth Catherine Diedrich in Joliet, Illinois. PFC. Diedrich reported for training at Camp Logan, Texas, on 3 October 1917.
PFC. Diedrich served in the 27th company, 108th Engineers, 33rd Infantry Division of the American Expeditionary Forces in
France. He sailed from New Jersey aboard the USS George Washington on May 8, 1918 bound for France and left Brest, France
aboard the USS Harrisburg on May 15, 1919. PFC. Diedrich died in September 1966 and is buried in Ventura, CA.
Extent
0.3 Linear Feet
(6 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. For further copyright information, please contact the archivist.
Availability
This collection is open for research.