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1945 May 14 . "Frank" [Francis Guiffrida] ALS to Walter Bielefield; Okinawa, [Japan]

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Box 10
Abstract:
Lt. Commander Francis Guiffrida, H&S Co., Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Division. Sending a Japanese infantry manual and a Japanese 31 caliber rifle: "I'm not going to be so generous with that because it is the only one I have and they are not easy to get. Some men out here pay a tremendous price for them." Would like Walt to hold it for him until he returns. Describes the condition of the rifle and advice on ammunition. The battle [of Okinawa] is still "raging furiously." "When you see Marine die - and especially when among them are your friends, the smallest battle gains much importance." On American Red Cross stationery.
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2 pages

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