An Urgent Plea for Justice: A Father's Letter to Secretary Stimson, 1944-12-20

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 43

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_43_0010

Scope and Contents

The letter from Wallace S. Chase to Secretary of War Stimson expresses concern over the mistreatment and hasty deployment of young soldiers, specifically referencing the tragic death of Chase's son in the war. Chase criticizes the War Department for their hostility towards providing training for 18 year olds and argues that the treatment of young soldiers is inhumane and unjust. Chase calls for action to rectify this issue and holds those responsible accountable for their actions.

Dates

Creation: 1944-12-20

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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