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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0079
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Appreciation for Speech on the Negro Soldier in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-02-13
- 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_22_9_0085
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Copy of Negro Devotion and Heroism Record
- Date:
- 1946-02-14
- 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_22_9_0087
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letters of Appreciation: The Impact of Negro Soldiers in WWII
- Date:
- 1946-02-14
- 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_22_9_0090
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Summary of Achievements of Negro Soldiers and Sailors of the War
- Date:
- 1946-02-15
- 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_22_9_0092
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Hon. Helen Gahagan Douglas Regarding Record of Negro Servicemen in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-02-15
- 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_22_9_0098
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Congratulations to Helen G. Douglas for Speech on Negro Soldiers in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-02-16
- 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_22_9_0099
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letter Requesting Information on War Efforts of African Americans
- Date:
- 1946-02-16
- 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_3_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Re: General Prisoner Manuel J. Favela
- Date:
- 1946-02-20
- 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_23_1_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Negro Soldier: Congressional Report Request
- Date:
- 1946-02-27
- 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_23_1_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Inspiring Words: A Letter of Thanks from Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a letter to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas requesting a copy of a speech she made on the Negro soldier in World War II. The writer expresses appreciation for the speech and acknowledges the importance of individuals who stand up for common decency and fair play. The writer also mentions the challenges faced by minority groups in the United States and praises Douglas for her words."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0079_thumbnail.jpg "Appreciation for Speech on the Negro Soldier in World War II")
![["JB Sures of Richmond, Virginia is interested in obtaining a copy of Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas' partial record of Negro Devotion and Heroism as mentioned in a recent editorial in the New York Times. Sures is willing to pay for the copy and requests an early reply."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0085_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Copy of Negro Devotion and Heroism Record")
![["The Mayor's Committee on Race Relations in Chicago is thanking Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas for her report on the contribution of Negro soldiers in the war effort. They request several more copies of the report for distribution. A chaplain at Fort Benning, Georgia also praises the report and requests a copy of the Congressional Record that includes it for future reference."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0087_thumbnail.jpg "Letters of Appreciation: The Impact of Negro Soldiers in WWII")
![["D. T. Lawson, an attorney from St. Louis, Missouri, wrote to Representative Helen G. Douglas requesting a copy of the summary of achievements of Negro soldiers and sailors of the war that she had compiled. He expressed interest in the document and thanked her in advance for her courtesy."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0090_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Summary of Achievements of Negro Soldiers and Sailors of the War")
![["The document is from Samuel A. Allen, Chairman of the Harlem Committee, to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas requesting a copy of a report on the Negro servicemen in World War II that she is preparing. Allen mentions that their center has served over two million Negro servicemen and women and would like to make the report available to them in their library and reading rooms."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0092_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Hon. Helen Gahagan Douglas Regarding Record of Negro Servicemen in World War II")
![["The document is congratulating Helen G. Douglas for her speech in Congress supporting Negro soldiers in World War II. The writer appreciates her honesty and hopes she will continue to serve the people. The writer requests a copy of the speech to help dispel misconceptions about the African American population."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0098_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Congratulations to Helen G. Douglas for Speech on Negro Soldiers in World War II")
![["A letter sent to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas on February 16, 1946, requesting a copy of the partial record of work done in the war by African Americans. The sender expresses appreciation for the representative's work and asks for cooperation in fulfilling the request."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0099_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Requesting Information on War Efforts of African Americans")
![["The document is a series of correspondence between various individuals regarding the case of General Prisoner Manuel J. Favela, who was convicted of desertion and sentenced to confinement. The documents discuss the review process for his case, the possibility of shortening his sentence, and the involvement of the American Red Cross. The liaison officer is asked to investigate the case and provide necessary information for a reply. Ultimately, efforts are being made to consider all factors and make a fair decision regarding Favela's situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0000-War%20Department%20Cases%20and%20Requests%20(Cl-Fa),%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Re: General Prisoner Manuel J. Favela")
![["The document is a series of letters between Miss Cornelia M. Anderson and Helen Gahagan Douglas regarding the request for copies of \"The \"Negro\" Soldier\" and a report on the record of \"Negro\" soldiers during the war. Miss Anderson requests two copies of the report and later asks for two hundred copies to be sent immediately. Helen Gahagan Douglas apologizes for the delay in sending the copies and states that there is no charge for them."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20March%2011-May,%201947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0032_thumbnail.jpg "The Negro Soldier: Congressional Report Request")
![["Mrs. Brochstein wrote a letter to Helen Gahagan Douglas commending her speech in the House regarding the contributions of minorities in winning the war. Mrs. Brochstein expresses admiration for Douglas' liberal thoughts and actions and encourages her to continue her good work. Helen Gahagan Douglas responds with thanks for the letter and good wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20March%2011-May,%201947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Inspiring Words: A Letter of Thanks from Helen Gahagan Douglas")