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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about Demobilization: A Soldier's Plea
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Concerns regarding slow mail service to servicemen in the South Pacific
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Survey 70-A: American Soldiers' Views on Germany and the War
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Call for Demobilization: A Plea from a WAC Veteran
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Misprint in Newspaper Clipping Regarding Transfer of Enlisted Men
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Changes in Separation Criteria for Medical Department Officers
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Demobilization and Enlistment Statistics in the Post-War Era
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Administration of the Armed Forces Leave Act of 1946: Important Information and Procedures
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Demobilization Statistics for the Army, September 1946
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for the Discharge of Enlisted 18-Year-Olds
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from Sgt. Sollohut expressing frustration with the system of discharge from the Army, particularly the discrepancy between soldiers in the US and overseas. The document is forwarded by Helen Gahagan Douglas to the Secretary of War, requesting a concise statement to respond to such complaints. Sgt. Sollohut raises concerns about the fairness of the discharge system and the prioritization of certain individuals over others."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns about Demobilization: A Soldier's Plea")
![["Mrs. Jocelyn wrote a letter to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas expressing concern about slow mail service to servicemen in the South Pacific. Douglas acknowledges the issue and attributes it to rapid demobilization causing a lack of personnel to handle the mail. She reassures Mrs. Jocelyn that the War Department is working to improve the situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns regarding slow mail service to servicemen in the South Pacific")
![["The document is a letter from the Under Secretary of War to Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas, providing her with information on a survey conducted among enlisted men stationed in Germany regarding their opinions on Germany and the Germans. It includes a copy of the questionnaire used and a study based on the responses."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Survey 70-A: American Soldiers' Views on Germany and the War")
![["Cpl. Dina Noskin writes to Helen Gahagan Douglas expressing frustration that WACs are still required to serve despite the war being over. She argues that their job is no longer essential and suggests that unemployed veterans could take over their roles. Noskin requests demobilization for WACs so they can enjoy the benefits of democracy and live a normal life. Helen Gahagan Douglas responds, acknowledging the letter but stating that WACs are subject to the same regulations as enlisted men and she cannot help with their release."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Call for Demobilization: A Plea from a WAC Veteran")
![["Mr. and Mrs. Kirkwood wrote a letter to Helen Gahagan Douglas regarding a newspaper clipping stating that enlisted men with 24 months of active service in the Pacific theater would be sent back to the United States for reassignment. Douglas clarified that the men with 24 months of service are actually eligible for discharge and not reassignment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Misprint in Newspaper Clipping Regarding Transfer of Enlisted Men")
![["The document discusses changes in the separation criteria for officers in the Medical Department of the War Department as of July 1, 1946. Army Medical Corps officers will be eligible for discharge after two years of service, dental officers after 30 months, and officers of the Veterinary, Sanitary, and Medical Administrative Corps after 36 months. The War Department is considering further reductions in service requirements for dental officers based on the availability of replacements."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Changes in Separation Criteria for Medical Department Officers")
![["The document provides statistics on demobilization, enlistments, and reenlistments in the Regular Army from May 1945 to April 1946. It details the number of enlisted men and officers discharged, as well as the number of doctors, dentists, and nurses among the discharged officers. It also includes figures on total enlistments and reenlistments in the Regular Army as of April 1946."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Demobilization and Enlistment Statistics in the Post-War Era")
![["The document provides information on the administration of the Armed Forces Leave Act of 1946, which compensates ex-servicemen and women for unused leave time at the time of their separation. The Act applies to those with honorable discharges, and application forms are available at post offices. Veterans can estimate their leave time if unsure, and supporting documents include the original discharge certificate. Claims must be postmarked by September 1, 1947, and service periods between September 8, 1939, and August 31, 1946, are eligible. The limit on accrued leave time is 120 days, and settlement is based on rank, length of service, and subsistence allowance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Administration of the Armed Forces Leave Act of 1946: Important Information and Procedures")
![["The document is a letter addressed to Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas, providing statistics on the demobilization of the Army up to September 20, 1946. It states that a total of 7,723,000 members of the Army have been demobilized, including 6,978,000 enlisted men and 745,000 officers. Additionally, it mentions the number of doctors, dentists, and nurses who have been relieved from active duty. The document is signed by Colonel WM. F. PEARSON, acting as the Liaison Officer."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Demobilization Statistics for the Army, September 1946")
![["The document is addressed to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas from a constituent, Marie Botek, regarding the issue of 18 year olds who voluntarily enlisted in the armed services and are now seeking to resign. Botek believes that these individuals should receive the same consideration as 18 year olds who were drafted, and requests that Douglas look into the matter and advocate for their discharge at the earliest possible time."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for the Discharge of Enlisted 18-Year-Olds")