Brooklyn in Love & at War

My grandparents' World War 2 Love Letters

Sept 15, 1943 – Alex’s first long letter “You ought to see me in my uniform”

This is the letter that Sylvia was responding to in the last letter I posted from her. Look at the beautiful flourish on Sylvia’s name on the envelope! Alex has … Continue reading

January 8, 2025 · Leave a comment

Sept 15 1943 Alex arrives at Training Camp

Today I’m sharing this short letter that Alex sent the first day he arrived at his training near Lake Geneva. He notes that no one else is writing a letter … Continue reading

January 7, 2025 · Leave a comment