Memorandum to U.S.GI's, 1944-1946
Scope and Contents
1) [in this folder] Memorandum From: Japan Yokosuka To: Men returning to the U.S.A. Lithographed broadside. "A pastiche memorandum of instructions for GIs returning from occupied Japan after the end of WWII. Almost certainly privately printed and circulated, this bawdy bit of GI satire contains 15 numbered instructions to assist returning troops in reintegrating themselves into American society." 2)[in separate collection] Historical Report Headquarters, Seine Section Com. Z Etousa APO 887. 25 Aug 1944 - 8 May 1945. Restricted. 8 parts, reproduced in photostat. Belonging to Brigadier General Pleas B. Rogers. In a varnished box and painted ownership "General Rogers." Accession: 170320.
Dates
- 1944-1946
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
From the File: 4.5 Linear Feet (5 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Georgetown University Manuscripts Repository
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