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  • Subject: Oran (Algeria) X
  • Subject: World War, 1939-1945—Campaigns--France--Normandy X
  • Subject: World War, 1939-1945—Campaigns—France--Normandy X
  • Subject: Scrapbook journaling X
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Identifier: R-MC 138

Abstract:

A veteran of 9th Infantry Division, Harold M. Bruskin fought and worked as a radio operator throughout the European, African, and Middle Eastern theaters until he was injured on the Normandy front on July 25, 1944. Bruskin was ultimately awarded a Silver Star, a Bronze Star, a Purple Heart, and a European-African-Middle Eastern (EAME) medal for his service. This collection consists of a large scrapbook featuring correspondence, photographs, clippings, paper money, and ephemera.