World War I Collection

Walter S Lingard World War I Letters, 1917-1919

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Several letters written by Corporal Walter S. Lingard to his family while at basic training, and then later, from France. Lingard served with the 18th Engineers during World War I. The 18th was one of the first units sent to France after the US entered the war, and was primarily a support group for soldiers who were on their way to the front. The 18th Engineers built docks, warehouses and storage yards in Bordeaux, and assisted with a variety of construction projects. In his letters home Lingard describes doing guard duty, working on pick and shovel brigades, painting signs, and guarding prisoners of war.

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from subs. When we reach our destination don’t worry because we will not be in much danger. Well I will have to close now because I havn’t much time. Will tell you of my trip in my next letter.

Love to everybody

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American Flag (on left side)

Imprint: War Work Council Army and Navy Young Men’s Christian Association “With the Colors”

Red circle with upside down Red Triangle in center (on right side)

Dear Ma:

Just a word to say hello and to let you know that everything is O.K. I will tell you about my trip when I can. I hope everything is alright at home. Don’t worry about me because everything is as safe as can be. I will have to quit now to get this away in time for the mail.

Love to everybody

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American Falg in left corner

Postmark: Washington. D.C. Aug 18 4 - PM 1917

Mrs. W.T. Lingard 1334 Addison St., Berkeley Calif.

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Aug 23, 1917

Marked: OPENED BY CENSOR

Mrs. W.T. Lingard 1334 Addison St. Berkeley Calif. U.S.A.

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Cpl. W. S. Lingard Co B. 18th Eng. Ry. U.S. Expeditionary Force in France c/o Adj. Gen. Wash. D.C.

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