Abstract:
Their only intention was to maintain constant touch during the separation caused by World War II. Over fifty years later, the letters of love, children, day to day life and news events between Armed Forces Radio newsman Gene Shumate and wife, former radio “soap” actress May-Floyd, recreate a three dimensional vision of the early 1940’s. Most letters are May-Floyd’s who could make even mundane events, entertaining. Her best comedic material came from two small daughters. Gene’s letters are about life in the Marines, war news and missing home. A refreshingly real view of a cherished era.