Brooklyn in Love & at War

My grandparents' World War 2 Love Letters

It is a funny thing how slowly we get to become sailors. (Alex) Sept 24, 1943

Whoops, in my posting I missed this letter so it is a few days earlier than the last couple posts. I really love this little section of the letter where … Continue reading

April 16, 2025 · Leave a comment

I cheered myself up by buying 2 pairs of stockings and a compact. (Sylvia) Sept 23, 1943

This is a letter I typed up but neglected to post earlier. In this short one, we get to hear Sylvia’s reaction to her brother’s letter a day or so … Continue reading

April 15, 2025 · Leave a comment

That’s another reason I’m so anxious to see you – to get out of Brooklyn. (Sylvia) Sept 23-25, 1943

This letter is written over the course of 3 days, with updates from Sylvia as she goes about taking care of Adrienne and filling Alex in on her activities. She’s … Continue reading

April 1, 2025 · Leave a comment