Correspondence to Virginia Webb, September 7, 1945-September 30, 1945

Correspondence resumes on September 7th from Camp Atterbury, Indiana after Schneider spent thirty two days with Webb. In these letters from Schneider to Webb, he discusses the Army point system and whether or not he will have to go to Japan; traveling by train through Nebraska, Nevada, and Salt Lake City to Camp Cooke, California; talks about the comparisons between the Rockies and the Alps; and discusses arriving at Camp Cooke where he describes the weather and what camp is like. He then talks about the rumor he heard of being a reserve division; reminisces on his time with Webb; discusses receiving decorations such as the Victory Medal and “German Occupation” (Army of Occupation Medal); and being disappointed by not receiving a Presidential unit citation. He also talks about future plans of marriage; going to the movies; chores around the barracks; getting a few passes to Hollywood and his experiences there; and talking about the labor strikes happening across the country. Lastly, Schneider discusses the weather; wonders when he will get his next furlough; anticipates starting training soon; and asks how Webb’s driving [lessons] are going.

This folder also contains a booklet postmarked September 24th, 1945 entitled “Highlights of Camp Cooke US Army California” which contains a brief overview of the camp and information about the facilities.