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Five Sullivan Brothers killed in WWII action....



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January 15, 1943

THE NEW YORK TIMES, Jan. 15, 1943

* The five Sullivan brothers killed
* United States Navy sailors
* USS Juneau sinking


The top of page 7 has a one column heading: "5 SULLIVANS DIE, SURVIVOR WRITES" with subheads. (see images) First report coverage includes part of the letter sent to the parents of the doomed sailors by a fellow friend also serving onboard the same ship. This sinking happened in November of 1942 but wasn't made public until now.
Other World War II events of the day throughout. Complete with 36 pages, rag edition in nice condition.

Category: World War II