Dec 19, 1944
Dec 19, 1944 Darling,    Some scoundrel borrowed my pen last night and I haven’t seen him since. Pardon the pencil, I’m trying to get this mailed in time.    So far everything is running along swell. I passed my flight check and first comprehensive so I’m safe. By the way Sweetheart, I sort of made 2nd LT. …
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