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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-65)

Tad had a short day at the firing range, so he went to see "From Bowery to Broadway" with John Miyasaki and Shiro Uramoto, which was "really boring." Ends with a story about a private oversleeping. Parents' note on envelope back: 67 Wednesday Nov 15, 1944

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-29)

Tad says the GI glasses he received work well. His group learned how to hold their rifle, but they haven't shot it yet. Includes a story about how Tad and the other Japanese soldiers had to show the camp cooks how to properly cook rice. At first, "the cooks cooked it like all Caucasians do - …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-286)

Is heading for Switzerland traveling with another man from the outfit; will try to buy a watch while there and maybe get something for them as well; they will be gone for about 11 days. Parents' note on envelope back: 288 Thursday Nov. 8, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-41)

Tad says "I hope Fuji didn't kick you too hard" and asks how Fuji and Hiro (who seem to be family visiting Tad's parents) are doing. Mentions that he'll be getting a medal for his skill with a rifle. Earlier that day, Tad saw a movie called "The Battle of Russia" about Russian history from 1242-1943. …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-146)

Tad and Chester saw "A Song To Remember" at the movies. Parents' note on envelope back: 149 Wednesday Feb 28, 1945 PM

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-239)

Written just after the end of WWII, Tad noted the celebratory mood and expressed hope he will be home quicker. Parents' note on envelope back: 241 Tuesday Sept. 4, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-159)

Tad shared news from an officer that parents of soldiers may be able to obtain citizenship sooner, as a result of the positive reputation of the combat team. Parents' note on envelope back: 163 Monday April 9, 1945 PM

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-36)

Tad got paid that day ("Boy, oh boy, oh boy!"). Mentions that he saved a few shells from the shooting range for Freddy and Tommy. Tad also says he got a letter from Frank Okazaki (sp?). Parents' note on envelope back: (37) Oct. 13, 1944

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-38)

Another day at the firing range. Tad asks his parents to send a photo of themselves. On payday, some of the soldiers were disappointed at how little they were paid since some of their pay went to war bonds; Tad didn't purchase bonds and is grateful to have the extra cash. Parents' note on envelope back: …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-19)

Tad had a chemical warfare class and got to smell some gases: "boy, it sure stinks!" The soldiers also learned how to use their gas masks. Tad mentions that they all did a trial in a gas chamber where they had to put their masks on the second they detected gas in the room: "I never …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-285)

Is leaving for a vacation in Switzerland the next day, hope to buy a watch there; had rice with nori with his tent-mates; the gloves they sent are useful because his early morning drives to Leghorn (Livorno) are cold; asks for more magazines. Parents' note on envelope back: 287 Thursday Nov. 8, 1945 Request for magazines.

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-366)

He and Ryo are moving to Castelfiorentino outside Florence to start working for the Grave Registration Unit; he told Terry (Shimabukuro) that he could use their address for mail so when he gets stateside he will come by to pick it up. Parents' note on envelope back: 369 Thursday June 20, 1946

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-355)

He is going to be part of a group interview on the Army Radio station for a show called "the Outlook on Germany" where they have G.I.s from different units and he is representing the 442nd;they were issued their summer fatigues called Sun Tans; asks them to send a Sun Tan shirt. Parents' note on envelope …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-384)

He and Ryo are going home in August and some of the other men were postponed to August as well; got some packages and letters; saw the article in Time about the 442nd with Terry's name mentioned. Parents' note on envelope back: 387 Tuesday Aug 13, 1946 Request for magazines and candy

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-310)

No one is getting mail lately; went to Rome and ate Christmas dinner at a restaurant, ravioli, steak with mushroom and fried potatoes; asks how things are in San Francisco and in the new place. Parents' note on envelope back: 313 Tuesday Jan. 8, 1946

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-273)

Still waiting for order to return to service company; hopes they are able to find a house in California; went to a show; plans to go to Pisa for shopping if orders don't come through. Parents' note on envelope back: 275 Wednesday Oct. 24, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-244)

First anniversary in army letter; Tad reflected on his experience, expressed concerns for his family's deposit in Japanese banks and shared rumors that 442nd may soon move to Naples for final departure. Parents' note on envelope back: 246 Wednesday Sept. 5, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-207)

Tad reported receiving old photos from Genoa which was overexposed and planned to take more photos for friends. Parents' note on envelope back: 209 Monday July 2, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-44)

Tad says the camp is in a hurricane zone but is out of the path of the worst of the storm. The rain and wind are heavy (speeds up to 60 mph) and everyone spent the entire day inside. Parents' note on envelope back: (45) Monday Oct 23, 1944

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-298)

Got a haircut; received two letters; asks for magazines and candy, but maybe something different; will send photos soon. Parents' note on envelope back: 300 Friday Dec. 7, 1945 request for magazines and candy.

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-155)

Tad did not see Bob (Yatabe), were quarantined with measles, and asked for dark glasses, carbon stone and some candy. Parents' note on envelope back: 158 Wednesday April 4, 1945 request

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-153)

Check-in letter from Overseas; Tad departed from New York Harbor for overseas deployment. He wished her mother happy birthday and mentioned that the cigarette is only 55c. He request for socks and candy in the end. Letter passed by navel censor. Parents' note on envelope back: 156 First Letter from overseas Thursday March 29, 1945 Request

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-252)

Tad received the package with the shirt and pants, and magazines; went riding; planning to go to a dance later. Parents' note on envelope back: 254 Monday Sept. 24, 1945 PM

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-137)

Check-in letter from New York, written across two days. Tad's still in the hospital, listening to Danny Kaye on the radio. He says he hopes Hana is getting along ok: "she is probably getting fat, isn't she" Asks his mother if she's heard from Bob (Yatabe). Ends with Tad learning he's getting kicked out of the …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-73)

Tad saw "Frenchman's Creek" at the movies ("not too good"). Parents' note on envelope back: 76 Wednesday Nov. 22, 1944

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