Brooklyn in Love & at War

My grandparents' World War 2 Love Letters

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Sept 20, 1943 (Alex) “You can’t worship a goddess in rags”

This loving and detailed letter feels like the first one where their distance is more prominent. Alex goes into detail about his life at the camp (which he corrects is … Continue reading

January 22, 2025 · Leave a comment

Sept 20, 1943: when I’m alone I get morbid. Will write you what I do and when, if ever. (Sylvia, 1 of 2 parts)

Sylvia is waiting with Adrienne for Alex’s parents and siblings to arrive. Adrienne is all dressed up for the occasion and this letter is mostly her idle observations of the … Continue reading

January 15, 2025 · Leave a comment