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World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

1940

Wendell Willkie

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Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Wendell Willkie, December 26, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Dec 1940

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Wendell Willkie, December 26, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

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A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Wendell Willkie, dated December 26, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Willkie to read the enclosed memorandum entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense".


America's Only Sure Defense, December 25, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Dec 1940

America's Only Sure Defense, December 25, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

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A typed copy of an essay entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson and dated December 25, 1940. Within, Wilson argues for British aid and lists the obstacles and reasons for public opposition.


America's Only Sure Defense, November 15, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Nov 1940

America's Only Sure Defense, November 15, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

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A typed transcription of a radio speech entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense", by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated November 15, 1940. Within, Wilson warns about dire consequences for America if Britain were to fall to Nazi Germany.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Maurice Leon, October 28, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Oct 1940

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Maurice Leon, October 28, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

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A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Maurice Leon, dated October 28, 1940. Within, Wilson writes on the issues he feels should be emphasized by Wendell Willkie.


Letter From Maurice Leon To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, October 17, 1940, Maurice Leon Oct 1940

Letter From Maurice Leon To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, October 17, 1940, Maurice Leon

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A typed letter from Maurice Leon addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated October 17, 1940. Within, Leon responds to Wilson's views on the French and British military and Russia's stance on Germany.


The Issue, October 9, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Oct 1940

The Issue, October 9, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

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A typed copy of an essay entitled, "The Issue", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated October 9, 1940. Within, Wilson argues that Wendell Willkie or anyone supporting isolationist views should not be elected.


Letter From John P. Story Jr. To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, August 15, 1940, John P. Story Jr. Aug 1940

Letter From John P. Story Jr. To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, August 15, 1940, John P. Story Jr.

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A typed letter from John P. Story Jr. addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated August 15, 1940. Within, Story congratulates Wilson on his published letter in the Herald-Tribune and criticizes the leadership of President Roosevelt.


Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Wendell L. Willkie, August 11, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Aug 1940

Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Wendell L. Willkie, August 11, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

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A typed copy of a telegram sent by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Wendell L. Willkie, dated August 11, 1940. Within, Wilson writes with worry that Willkie won't take action to protect Britain and the British fleet.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To John J. Pershing, August 7, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Aug 1940

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To John J. Pershing, August 7, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

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A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to John J. Pershing, dated August 7, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Pershing to use his influence to encourage American naval aid to the British fleet.


The First Essential Of American Defense, August 4, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Aug 1940

The First Essential Of American Defense, August 4, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of an essay entitled, "The First Essential of American Defense", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated August 4, 1940. Within, Wilson writes on the consequences of Britain's potential fall to Germany and calls for foreign policy agreement between President Roosevelt and Wendell Willkie.