1943 Letter: Heartfelt Memories During WW II, by Peggy Woods

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   ChitrangadaSharanposted 5 weeks ago

   Please take some time to read this excellent article by Peggy.
   https://hubpages.com/religion-philosoph … uring-wwii

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      bravewarriorposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

      What a poignant story! Peggy did a great job of giving us a glimpse into the life of WWII pilots. She inherited a piece of history in the form of the letter that was sent to her mother.
      
      Thanks to both of you for sharing!

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      Genna Eastposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

      Thank you for sharing this with us, Chitrangada.  What a beautifully written WWII story, Peggy. This was not only a privilege to read, but inspiring.  What happened to Irv, the remembrance of the time he spent with his friend, how the test of faith can bring meaning into lives and our hearts at times when it is needed the most, and well as Irv’s passing, all so touchingly expressed, brought tears to my eyes.

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   ChitrangadaSharanposted 5 weeks ago

   Hello Peggy,
   What a wonderful and touching article by you.
   I am deeply touched to read your mother’s letter and its historic connection with the World war.
   Beautifully narrated with illustrations.
   Thank you for sharing this.

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   Peggy Wposted 5 weeks ago

   Thanks, Chitrangada, for sharing this poignant story.  It is a glimpse into history.

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   Jodahposted 5 weeks ago

   What a beautiful story. I am so sad it ended that way for Irv. Wonderfully written, Peg, and thank you for sharing the letter to your mother. The images you created were perfect too.
   Chitrangada, thank you for sharing this.

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      ChitrangadaSharanposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

      Thank you John.

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   Peggy Wposted 5 weeks ago

   Hi Shauna,
   
   It was only in that brief time frame that the training for new pilots was drastically shortened.  Normally, it would take up to 2 years to fully train a pilot.  I appreciate your reading this and leaving a comment.

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   MarleneBposted 5 weeks ago

   This is a very touching story. Thank you for sharing it with us.

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      ChitrangadaSharanposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

      Thank you Marlene.

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   Peggy Wposted 5 weeks ago

   Hi Jenna,
   
   Like you, reading this account also brought tears to my eyes.  I am so glad you found this a worthy reading experience. Thanks for your comment.

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   Peggy Wposted 5 weeks ago

   Hi John,
   
   Yes, it was a sad ending for Irv, as it was for so many young pilots in training. He was a wonderful young man according to his roommate and friend Dale.  He is now memorialized and remembered because of what his friend wrote about him.  Thanks for taking the time to read this account.

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   Peggy Wposted 5 weeks ago

   Hi Marlene,
   
   It was definitely a touching letter.  Thanks for taking the time to read it and leave your comment.  I found it interesting to know how that airport is used today.

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