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Ernie Pyle death... American journalist...
Ernie Pyle death... American journalist...
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April 18, 1945
THE COLUMBUS CITIZEN, Ohio, April 18, 1945
* Ernie Pyle killed
* American GI journalist
* Lejima - Okinawa Island
* Incomplete issue
The front page has a nice banner healdine: "ERNIE PYLE IS KILLED IN ACTION" with subheads that include: "Favorite GI Reporter Slain by Jap Gunner On Isle Off Okinawa" and large photo. (see) 1st report coverage on the killing of Ernie Pyle, famous World War II journalist, on Okinawa Island.
Incomplete issue containing the front and back leafs of the 1st section only (4 pages total) various archival mends on the inside, some other margin and central fold wear, nice for display as such.
Category: The 20th Century