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The Military & Alternative Service Project — Harry writes…

Marcia asked her uncles for their thoughts on their experiences with their military and/or alternate service. You can read her original letter here: http://johnbgoering.com/?p=41 Harry D. Goering Littleton, Colorado. 80123 Dear Marcia, Gosh, what a great idea and worthwhile project. … Continue reading

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Archer Sundgren on Okinawa

Aunt Martha shared that this photo by Ernie Pyle of Uncle Archer appeared in the local newspaper during World War II.

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The Military & Alternative Service Project – Larry writes…

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The Military & Alternative Service Project – notes from Len

Marcia asked her uncles for their thoughts on their experiences with their military and/or alternate service. You can read her original letter here: http://johnbgoering.com/?p=412 Leonard original Dear Marcia, 1. I was in alternative service (I-W) from Aug. 1,1954 – aug. 1,1956. … Continue reading

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Military service record of John Roland Goering

John Roland Goering, Jr. was drafted January 26, 1951 and reported to the induction center in Kansas City, MO. Declared physically fit, he was sent to Ft. Sam Houston, TX for basic training for 2 months. Upon completion, he was enrolled in … Continue reading

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The Military & Alternative Service Project — John shares….

Marcia asked her uncles for their thoughts on their experiences with their military and/or alternate service. You can read her original letter here: http://johnbgoering.com/?p=412 Recently Uncle John wrote to share his story: Upon becoming eligible for the draft in 1947,1 had … Continue reading

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The Military & Alternative Service Project — Art’s story

The request letter Art original Arthur D. Goering, Newton,KS , June 15, 1992 Dear Marcia, WOW!! Do you realize what kind of an assignment you laid upon us? I think it would take a psychiatrist to unravel my part in this, but … Continue reading

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The Military & Alternative Service Project — Herb says…

The request letter Herb original-1 May 24, 1992 Marcia, do you know what you are Asking? I will try to give you an accurate report, warts and all. It appears that my memories relating to my military service can best be reported … Continue reading

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The Military & Alternative Service Project – Dan writes more

The request letter 6-13-92 Prairie Vlg Ks 66208 Dear Marcia; We arrived home late last evening. Suzi came down by air to help me drive Grace back to KC. Due to a bout w/ pneumonia at Las Cruses we were delayed … Continue reading

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