The Snapshots in Time Collection
Typed Christmas Message to Officers and Enlisted Personnel of VMF-441, December 1944 (McAleer Collection)
A commanding officer's Christmas message to the Marines of Fighter Squadron VMF-441, written during the final weeks of 1944. The letter reflects on sacrifice, camaraderie, and the hazardous duty ahead in the Pacific War, honoring squadron members lost during the year and wishing all a safe return home. Project: 218163