Trumann J. Johnson Papers and Photographs
1940-1948
WVM Mss 680
1.0 linear ft. (3 archives boxes) of papers and 0.4 linear ft. (3 folders and 1 flat box) of photographs.
Wisconsin Veterans Museum
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Papers and photographs of Trumann J. Johnson, a private in the Army during World War II who served briefly in France with the 359th Infantry Regiment before being killed in action. The majority of the collection consists of letters Johnson, a Madison, Wisconsin native, exchanged with his sister, Norraine; friends; and other family during his stateside training at Camp Blanding, Florida and his brief overseas service in England and France. Very aware of censors, Johnson did not describe military affairs in his letters, instead focusing upon recreational activities available to soldiers such as U.S.O. shows and dating local girls. Letters to Johnson describe events at home and the social happenings among his family and circle of friends. Also included are scattered letters that Norraine Johnson received from admiring young men in the service, with a large number from sailor Fred Theiler. A small number of military papers and ephemeral items can also be found in the collection. Photographs include a scrapbook Norraine compiled after her brother's death which contains pictures of Trumann with family members and friends. A few loose photographs show Johnson in civilian dress and uniform, as well as Theiler in Navy uniform.
English
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