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Fulton "Toad" Bowers
Fulton Bowers his US Army uniform.
Fulton Bowers, nicknamed "Toad, was born in Toms Brook Virginia, The son of the late Albert C. and Ida Pearl Bowers.
He served in the US Army during the Second World War fighting in the North Africa and…
Fulton Bowers, nicknamed "Toad, was born in Toms Brook Virginia, The son of the late Albert C. and Ida Pearl Bowers.
He served in the US Army during the Second World War fighting in the North Africa and…
Champs de Elysee
Photograph showing the "Champs de Elyeese" ca. 1944. The reverse of the photograph is labeled by photographer.
Taken by Gordon Tidler of New Market Virginia who was then serving in the United States Army.
Tidler worked for Endless Caverns…
Taken by Gordon Tidler of New Market Virginia who was then serving in the United States Army.
Tidler worked for Endless Caverns…
Observation Tower
Photograph showing a World War Two aircraft observation tower in Woodstock Virginia.
Dog Tag
Dog tag produced by Frank J. Walters to mark the birth of his daughter Jo An Walters.
Certificate of Satisfactory Service
Certificate issued to Franklin J. Walters certifying that is has completed a period of training and active service in the United States Navy during World War Two.
Medal Certificate
Certificate issued to Franklin J. Walters certifying the decorations, medals, and badges he is entitled to wear to commemorate his service in the Second World War. Signed by H.T. Jones, United States Navy Reserves on June 30 1945.
Navy Training Course Certificate
Certificate of completion for the United States Navy's Seaman First Class Training Course presented to Franklin Joseph Walters on May 22 1944.
Honorable Discharge: United States Navy
Honorable Discharge from the United States Navy issued to Franklin Joseph Walters in October 1945.
USS Charles F. Hughes (DD428)
Colorized photograph showing the United States Navy Destroyer Charles F. Hughes (DD428) sometime during World War Two. The image was owned by Franklin J. Walters who served aboard the destroyer during the conflict.
USMC Hike Photographs
Photographs showing US Marines of the 4th Marine Division after a training hike at Camp Pendelton in October of 1943.
Just "4" Fun Variety Group
Photograph showing a performance of the Just "4" Fun Variety Troop. The Variety Troop was made up entirely of US Marines and was a part of the 4th Marine Division in World War Two. Joseph M. Hines was a member of the group.
Just "4" Fun Variety Troop
Photograph showing the Just "4" Fun Variety Troop after a performance at an unknown location. The Variety Troop was made up entirely of US Marines and was a part of the 4th Marine Division in World War Two. Joseph M. Hines was a member of the group.
Troop Mess Ticket
Troop Mess Ticket giving Joseph M. Hines, USMC, permission to eat chow early due to his duties in the ship's laundry. Dated February 1945.
"Dear Mother & All" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Mother & All" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Mother & All" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Erma" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his sister Erma Hines in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Mother & All" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Mother & All"
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Hi Old Man" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his father Duval Hines in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Mother & All" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Mother & All" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Mother & All" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Mother & All" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.
"Dear Mother & All" Letter
Letter sent from Joseph M. Hines, USMC, to his mother Mary Hines and family in Toms Brook Virginia. The letter was sent care of the fleet post office in San Francisco California.