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Title
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Letters from 1945
Letter
Text
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April 9, 1945
Dearest Geraldine,
Well fair one, I've decided to make up for lost time now I'm feeling better and get some mail moving to my honey - the sweet girl I love best of all.
I was lucky to-day with a letter from you written March 15th. First of all, in answer, the U.S. Army doesn't volunteer for service in the Pacific; all but a lucky few will go over there. The fact is, the Stars & Stripes (U.S. Army newspaper) to-day published an article listing what would happen to four categories of troops which we have over here. Some will remain here, some go to Pacif via furloughs in the U.S., but those like my outfit go directly to the Pacific from here. What a life! The nurse came in early this morning to read it to me. She's hoping this hospital group will go to U.S. first. I only hope I can get out of the hospital soon so I won't miss going with my buddies, otherwise I'd have to go with some other outfit. I'm a little ahead of myself as the war here isn't over yet.
Congratulations on breaking the record! They'll be making you president of the bank soon.
Glad to hear you're still missing bouquets. Keep it up until I'm back where I can have something to say about the after effects of catching one. Now dear, here's something that may interest you. It certainly made me feel better after the gloomy picture I painted to you a week ago of my possibilities for a beau for keeps. My unc has been inquiring for me at various colleges how long it would take me to get a BS in engineering. At the one in Ft. Wayne Indiana (I.T.C.) he found I could get it in 27 months. Furthermore, that is closer to you than Buffalo so the problem of seeing you would be much easier too - you'll never know how much I long for that pleasure little one. Looking at your picture has been the only thing to cheer me up these last few weeks lying in bed. I have it propped up on the stand beside the bed so everyone can see my one and only. The nurses all admired you and that's a compliment for they are pretty too - one twenty-two & one twenty-four. You're still the fairest one of all though sweetheart.
I suppose soon you'll be getting spring fever. It must be hard on you girls to see couples walking around, especially on warm sunny days and you're by yourselves. I don't know what the fellows are thinking of to let a prize like you walk around alone. I hope, too, it won't be long before you won't be alone any longer.
Now honey, I'll end for to-day and write more to-morrow. You know, I never get over how lucky I am to have the love of a girl like you - it's almost too good to be true. Thank you for your prayers and love dear and always remember I send you too
All my love,
Johnny
APO
The number of the Army Post Office from which Johnny sent a letter
121
Location
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Malvern
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John C. Waller
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1945-04-09
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April 9, 1945, #1
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Letters from 1945
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April 9, 1945
Dearest Geraldine,
I'm writing this short V-mail in case you aren't getting the regular air mail I'm sending. I know how it is to be without mail - gell describes it very well. You can see my vocabulary still contains a sprinkling of profanity. It's a beautiful evening here at six o'clock. The sky is blue and high up I can see the contrails (vapor trails) of several bombers. It's funny - you sometimes see a thin stream of vapor up in the sky which curves and twists. When you look at the very tip of the trail you can make out a pin point speck, otherwise you might think it was a cloud. I just wasted half an hour talking to my nurse and one of the ward boys. I showed him the group picture I sent you and he couldn't even recognize me. I sure must look different as that was taken the last week in Feb. I guess being thinner makes a difference. The nurse was telling me about playing football with three of her girlfriends last evening. She was stiff as a board to-day. I told her instead of rubbing my back she should let me rub hers. Well honey, I hope this reaches you so you'll know your G.I. hasn't forgotten you and still loves you as much as ever - if not more. Take care of yourself and don't work too hard.
All my love,
Johnny
APO
The number of the Army Post Office from which Johnny sent a letter
121
Location
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Malvern
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John C. Waller
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1945-04-09
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April 9, 1945, #2
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Photographs
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An account of the resource
During his time in the army, Johnny took many photographs and sent them to Geraldine. Some of the photos have survived, and are included in this collection.
Photograph
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Unknown
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Unknown
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During his time in England, Johnny collected photographs of his friends and colleagues in his army unit.
Subject
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Standing Left to Right:
1. Acting 1st Sergeant Worthington
2. Mike Santucci
3. Johnny Bauer
4. Oscar George
5. Steve Frost
Sitting Left to Right:
1. Paul Zuzi (717th man)
2. Joe Krieger
3. Patty Smith
4. Johnny Waller
Title
A name given to the resource
Army Buddies
GI
helmet
uniform
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Photographs
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An account of the resource
During his time in the army, Johnny took many photographs and sent them to Geraldine. Some of the photos have survived, and are included in this collection.
Photograph
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None
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None
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This image was made into postcards for Blackpool's Promenade. Although the image is from the Victorian period, many of the buildings appear in Johnny's photograph of the promenade, taken in 1944.
Title
A name given to the resource
Blackpool Promenade
Blackpool
carriage
promenade
The Bee
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Newspaper Clippings
Subject
The topic of the resource
Wartime Humour
Newspaper Clipping
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The first morning after the honeymoon the husband got up early, went downstairs to the kitchen and brought his wife breakfast in bed. The hubby asked, "Have you noticed just what I have done?" "Of course, dear, every single detail," she answered. "Good," he said, That's how I want my breakfast served every morning after this."
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In this clipping, a husband provides breakfast in bed for his new wife. He then demands she do the same for him every day.
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Wartime Humour
Title
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Breakfast in Bed
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Photographs
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An account of the resource
During his time in the army, Johnny took many photographs and sent them to Geraldine. Some of the photos have survived, and are included in this collection.
Photograph
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Unknown
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Unknown
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This photograph shows Johnny Waller, his army buddies, and a British naval officer. During his time in England, Johnny interacted closely with allies from Britain and other countries, especially while he worked on the hospital trains.
Title
A name given to the resource
British Allies
GI
navy
uniform
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Photographs
Description
An account of the resource
During his time in the army, Johnny took many photographs and sent them to Geraldine. Some of the photos have survived, and are included in this collection.
Photograph
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Creator
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John C. Waller
Date
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1944
Description
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Taken in 1944, the photograph shows beachgoers next to the Central Pier at Blackpool. A banner on the pier advertises a show called "Highlights of 1944" and lists the featured performers.
Title
A name given to the resource
Central Pier, Blackpool
bathing
beach
Blackpool
pedestrian
pier
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Title
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Letters from 1943
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Christmas Card, December 8, 1943
Description
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A Christmas card sent by Johnny to Geraldine
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1943-12-08
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Title
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Newspaper Clippings
Subject
The topic of the resource
Wartime Humour
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Title
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City of Buffalo
Description
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Johnny sent this newspaper photo of Buffalo to Geraldine, with handwritten annotations
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Newspaper Clippings
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Wartime Humour
Newspaper Clipping
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Conversation between a GI and his latest girlfriend:
"Darling, you're the seventh wonder of the world."
"Well, listen soldier, don't let me catch you out with the other six."
Today's Daffynition. Lorgnette: A dirty look on a stick.
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None
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Wartime Humour
Title
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Conversation