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Important details
Document: Two handwritten pages, original.
Subject: Proposed citations, supporting witness statements, and endorsements.
Military references: Admiral Johnston, Admiral Uehlinger, the Secretary of the Navy, Marine Corps headquarters, and Camp Pendleton.
Historical significance: Discusses the process of obtaining recognition for
wartime service, including forwarding endorsements through naval and Marine Corps channels.
Condition: Age toning, minor staining, folds and handling marks.
Signature: Robert S. Howell
The product is a WWII era handwritten letter from US Marine Corps veteran Robert E. Howell, who served on the USS South Dakota during World War II. The letter, written from Guadalcanal, provides a unique insight into the experiences and sentiments of a serviceman during this tumultuous period in history. As an original piece of militaria correspondence from the United States, this letter holds historical significance and would be a valuable addition to any collection related to World War II and military history.
