Forgotten Heroes: The Plight of Hospitalized Servicemen, 1946-04-08

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 52

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_52_0026

Scope and Contents

Pfc. Donald D. Cameron writes to Congressman George B. Schwabe about the financial struggles of hospitalized servicemen who are unable to receive benefits due to their inability to be discharged. He requests that a bill be prepared to address this issue and expresses concern for the well-being of these men and their families. Cameron highlights the inadequate pay received by these servicemen, particularly those who are married, and emphasizes the need for assistance in order to alleviate their financial burdens.

Dates

Creation: 1946-04-08

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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