Letters from William H. Sager to Elizabeth Mopsik Sager, June 1-13, 1942, June 13, 1945
Scope and Contents
This folder contains 10 letters from William H. Sager to his wife, Elizabeth Mopsik Sager, following their marriage and documenting the early period of their married life amid wartime separation. The correspondence emphasizes William’s affection, reassurance, and emotional support, as he repeatedly expresses his happiness, encourages Elizabeth to remain strong, and urges her not to worry as he prepares to leave New River and depart by train under military orders. Alongside personal reflections, William discusses practical matters such as financial allotments, censored mail, household gifts Elizabeth has received, and communication with friends and family. He also comments on Elizabeth’s exams and degree, phone calls she received, and proposes social activities to help her cope during their separation. Later letters reflect William’s movement and overseas service, noting inspections, local customs and holidays, company duty, and the sending of a wooden sculpture home.
Dates
- Creation: June 1-13, 1942
- Creation: June 13, 1945
Creator
- From the Collection: Sager, William H., 1919-2019 (Person)
- From the Collection: Sager, Elizabeth Mopsik, 1922-2025 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 3 Linear Feet
Full Extent
From the Collection: 3 boxes (3 Bankers Boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Center for Pacific War Studies / National Museum of the Pacific War Repository
328 E. Austin St.
Fredericksburg Texas 78624 United States of America
archives@nimitzfoundation.org
