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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-243)

Tad described a lazy Sunday, when he traded beer for cokes; Tad asked about Tomi family and Fuji's high school. Parents' note on envelope back: 245 Tuesday Sept. 4, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-50)

Tad says he might have another night drill ("night problem"), so he may not write that evening. Parents' note on envelope back: (51) Saturday Oct 28, 1944

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-306)

Spent a couple of hours visiting John; assures them he is getting their letters; the camp puppy is growing and is very cute; asks how the new job is going; asks for magazines. Parents' note on envelope back: 309 Friday Jan. 4, 1946 Request for magazines

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-138)

Tad is still in the hospital: "I'm afraid this is too good to last long." Tad sent his address to John, Ted and Tomi. Parents' note on envelope back:141 Friday Feb. 23, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-389)

Just returned from a trip to Rome to check on reports of plane crashes; didn't have time to sightsee, but walked around Rome a bit; got a package with canned goods and candy. Parents' note on envelope back: 392 Monday Aug 26, 1946

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-376)

Got two letters and a package; he is heading back to Forte del Marmi again; last trip he brought back eight bodies (all bones) which impressed the Lieutenant in charge; has met a nice Italian family there, the father is a cabinet maker. Parents' note on envelope back: 379 Monday July 15, 1946 Request for magazines …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-289)

He is sending a musical alarm clock he got in Switzerland because it doesn't wake him up; thanks Jimmy and Obisan and Ojisan for their gifts; is learning to run the movie projector in case he needs to fill in; will hold off sending To-chan the watch until the Christmas rush on mail is over. Parents' …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-324)

It has been raining alot; tells about learning to ski on his trip to Cortina; received his Good Conduct Medal; Italians broke into the camp the night before and stole some items. Parents' note on envelope back: #327 Friday Feb 15 1946

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-183)

Tad went to town last night and bought a bracelet. Parents' note on envelope back: 185 Monday May 28, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-179)

Victory in Europe Letter; Tad received April letter and candies; Though a lot of the soldiers are leaving, Tad's unit will stay longer for garrison training, Parents' note on envelope back: 181 Thursday May 17, 1945 PM Request sent: 2 service caps; 1 box cookies, 2 packs envelopes, 1 tablet, 2 magazines, 2 funny books, 4 …

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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-535-5)

Second Camp Blanding check-in. General overview of camp and Tad's experience with kitchen duty. Mentions Katsumi Kawaguchi, another private who knows the Ishida family. Tad says he isn't homesick yet. Also includes a story of Ted Matsushima smoking a cigarette while dead asleep. Ends with regards to Mr. and Mrs. Frank, "the BRATS" and Mr. and …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-371)

He is back from Elba, stopped by Service Company but most of the men are gone; saw Hiro Aoki then headed back to Castelfiorentino. Parents' note on envelope back: 374 Tuesday July 20, 1946

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-382)

Reports that he and Ryo's work is considered essential and they will have to stay longer than intended so he will not be home until September; but he will be a sergeant by then and the boats will be less crowded, better for him since he gets seasick. Parents' note on envelope back: 385 Monday Aug. …

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-233)

Tad received new package of jam, crackers and magazine; Tad was lucky to be selected as one of three in 442nd regiment to participate for a 8-week veterinary education program in a hospital 40 miles away. Parents' note on envelope back: 235 Friday Aug. 17, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-57)

Description of the previous day's overnight hike. Tad might go to Silver Springs the next day. Ends with a request for hard candy. Parents' note on envelope back: 59 Wednesday Nov. 8, 1944

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-317)

He is going horseback riding that day; went to Florence and bought some old roman coins which he will send to To-chan; guessed they have seen Bob (Yatabe) in San Francisco; thinks he may be coming home in March. Written on back of envelope by parents" 320 Wednesday Jan. 23, 1946 Request for magazines and socks

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-2)

Check-in letter from Memphis, mid-trip to Florida. Parents' note on envelope back: (3) Friday Sept 8, 1944

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-248)

Tad announced that he received the Distinguished Unit Citation for action during the Po Valley campaign (sketch included) and reported receiving $30 in back pay for his Combat Infantryman Badge. Parents' note on envelope back: 250 Tuesday Sept. 11, 1945

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-26)

Tad got the weekend off and headed to Jacksonville with John Miyasaki, Ted Matsushima, and Shiro Uramoto. Says he'll tell his parents all about the trip on the following Monday. Parents' note on envelope back: (27) Thursday Oct 5, 1944

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-64)

Tad saw Zane Shironitta earlier that night, who looks well. A general came by to watch the company's firing range practice earlier that day. Parents' note on envelope back: 66 Monday Nov. 13, 1944

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doc Letter from Tadashi Ishida to Mr. & Mrs. Y Ishida (ddr-densho-535-28)

Tad thanks his parents for sending stamps. Says that during lineup for guard duty, an officer singled out Tad and another man as particularly well-prepared, so he only had to act as a relief. Tad is "a very proud boy" so proud I'm afraid I won't be able to wear the same sized hat again." Ends …

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