Letter to Honorable Andrew J. May Regarding the Drafting of Teen-Age Boys into the Army, 1946-05-17

Item — Box: 7, Folder: 9

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0020

Scope and Contents

The letter expresses support for Congressman Andrew J. May's efforts to eliminate the drafting of teen-age boys into the army during peace-time, advocating for legislation to compensate soldiers and increase enlistments instead. The writer questions the need for teen-age boys in the army a year after VE day and expresses hope to discuss these views with government and military officials at an upcoming event. The letter concludes with appreciation for Congressman May's efforts.

Dates

Creation: 1946-05-17

Creator

From the Collection: Schwabe, George Blaine, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1951-1952); 8th Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives (1921-1923); Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from Nowata County (1919-1923), 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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