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A Dignified Party
March 12, 15 & 17, 1944. Dad writes a few letters home to update everyone on what is going on at the HQ Squadron of the 21st Bomb Wing at Topeka Army Air Base. They had a big sendoff party for his boss, Captain Jordan, at the Jayhawk Hotel. He writes in general terms about … Continue reading
Categories: Dad's Letters Home, Topeka Army Air Base
Tags: 21st Bomb Wing, Capt. John L. Jordan, Jayhawk Hotel
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Indian Summer in Topeka
October 17 and 21, 1943. Two letters home from Dad who is stationed at Topeka Army Air Base with the Headquarters Squadron of the 21st Bomb Wing. Dad reports that he had CQ duty last night and has the day off. This gives him a chance to catch up on his letter writing, He acknowledges … Continue reading
Categories: Dad's Letters Home, Topeka Army Air Base
Tags: 21st Bomb Wing, Deems Taylor, Jayhawk Hotel, St. Casimir's
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