World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

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Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Claude Pepper, January 27, 1941

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Senator Claude Pepper, dated January 27, 1941. Within, Wilson urges Pepper to read the enclosed address Wilson wrote on the subject of British aid.
Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to John A. Danaher, January 27, 1941

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Senator John A. Danaher, dated January 27, 1941. Within, Wilson urges Danaher to pass the President's latest bill without delay.
Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to the Editor of the New York Herald Tribune, January 9, 1941

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to the editor of the New York Herald-Tribune, dated January 9, 1941. Within, Wilson argues that America and Britain must pool their military resources to win the war.
Our Peril if Britain Falls, 1941-1943

Committee to Defend America by Aiding the Allies

A typed propaganda pamphlet entitled, "Our Peril if Britain Falls", by the Committee to Defend America by Aiding the Allies, dating from circa 1941-1943. Within, the pamphlet outlines what the United States will lose and risk should Britain fall to Adolf Hitler's Germany.
The Battle of America Has Started!, 1941-1943

Committee to Defend America by Aiding the Allies

A typed propaganda flyer entitled, "The Battle of America Has Started!", by the Committee to Defend America by Aiding the Allies, dating from circa 1941-1943. Within, the flyer details the latest act of aggression against Russia and the threat to America posed by Germany.
Against This Torrent Overview Flyer, 1941

Fight for Freedom Committee

A typed promotional flyer produced by the Fight for Freedom Committee for a book entitled, "Against This Torrent", by Edward Mead Earle, dating from circa 1941. Within, the pamphlet provides a brief overview of Earle's work as well as critical reviews and an order form.
Fight for Freedom Contribution Card, 1941-1943

Fight for Freedom Committee

A typed card calling for a contribution to the Fight For Freedom Committee, dating from circa 1941-1943. Within, a statement of purpose is given along with other items the committee wishes to achieve.
Give a "V" for Freedom, 1941-1943

Fight for Freedom Committee

A typed letter from the heads of the Fight for Freedom Committee addressed to its members entitled, "Give a "V" for Freedom", dating from circa 1941-1943. Within, the committee asks for further financial contributions from its members.
The Fight for Freedom Committee, 1941-1943

Fight for Freedom Committee

A typed statement of purpose entitled, "The Fight For Freedom Committee", dating from circa 1941-1943. Within, the piece argues for the need to accept that America is at war and necessary steps must be undertaken to protect democracy.
Wanted for Murder, 1941

Fight for Freedom Committee

A propaganda flyer entitled, "Wanted For Murder", by the Fight for Freedom Committee, dating from circa 1941. The poster is a satire piece aimed at delegitimizing Hitler. On the reverse is a handwritten note to Huntington Wilson from William A. Grant of Stamford, Connecticut.
We Mean "Fight", and We Mean "Freedom", 1941-1943

Fight for Freedom Committee

A typed statement of purpose and principles entitled, "We Mean "Fight", and We Mean "Freedom", written by the Fight For Freedom Committee, dating from circa 1941-1943. Within, the core principles of the organization are reiterated.
Commentary on a Statement From Herbert Hoover and Others, 1941-1943

Fight for Freedom Committee and Henry W. Hobson

A typed untitled news release featuring commentary on statements from Herbert Hoover and others, dating from circa 1941-1943. Within, Henry W. Hobson argues that Hoover's statement gives a false impression of those in America and Berlin.
Flyer Promoting "America" by David Coyle, 1941

David C. Coyle and National Home Library Foundation

A promotional pamphlet for a book entitled, "America", written by David Cushman Coyle, dating from circa 1941. Within, readers are instructed to stop the "Nazi octopus now" and read Coyle's book.
Eyewitnesses: The Views of Americans Who Have Watched the Totalitarian Form of Government Rise All Over the World, 1941-1943

Clare Ogden Davis

A typed booklet produced by the Fight for Freedom Committee entitled, "Eyewitnesses", compiled and edited by Clare Ogden Davis, dating from circa 1941-1943. Within, Davis compiles first-hand accounts from foreign correspondents to inform the American public of the dangers of Adolf Hitler and militant Nazism.
The Fifth Column in Congress: Washington Merry-Go-Round - Congressman Day's Book Linked to Nazi Agents, 1941

Drew Pearson, Robert S. Allen, and Fight for Freedom Committee

A typed flyer from the Fight for Freedom Committee promoting an article entitled, "Washington Merry-Go-Round", written by Drew Pearson and Robert S. Allen, dating from circa 1941. Within, it is reported that isolationist congressman Stephen A. Day's book was published by a company with ties to Nazi agents.
Voices for Freedom, 1941

Wendell L. Willkie and Fight for Freedom Committee

A typed transcription of an introduction to a radio play produced by the Fight For Freedom Committee entitled, "Voices For Freedom", by Wendell L. Willkie, dating from circa 1941. Within, Willkie attempts a call to action for the American public.
Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to John A. Danaher, December 26, 1940

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Senator John A. Danaher, dated December 26, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Danaher to act to protect Britain and encourage the President to do the same.
Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Wendell Willkie, December 26, 1940

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Wendell Willkie, dated December 26, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Willkie to read the enclosed memorandum entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense".
America's Only Sure Defense, December 25, 1940

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed copy of an essay entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson and dated December 25, 1940. Within, Wilson argues for British aid and lists the obstacles and reasons for public opposition.
Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Franklin D. Roosevelt, December 25, 1940

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Franklin D. Roosevelt, dated December 25, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Roosevelt to address the need for full British aid in an upcoming address to the American people.
Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to J. Joseph Smith, December 25, 1940

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Representative J. Joseph Smith, dated December 25, 1940. Within, Wilson begs Smith to make the right judgment in regard to providing military aid to the British.
America's Only Sure Defense, November 15, 1940

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed transcription of a radio speech entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense", by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated November 15, 1940. Within, Wilson warns about dire consequences for America if Britain were to fall to Nazi Germany.
Address at Newtown Connecticut, November 14, 1940

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

An incomplete typed copy of an address at the Newtown Connecticut chapter of the National Committee to Defend America by Aiding the Allies given by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated November 14, 1940. Within, Wilson speaks on the chief goals of the Committee and the urgent need to provide military aid to Britain.
Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson to Maurice Leon, October 28, 1940

Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Maurice Leon, dated October 28, 1940. Within, Wilson writes on the issues he feels should be emphasized by Wendell Willkie.
Letter From Maurice Leon to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, October 17, 1940

Maurice Leon

A typed letter from Maurice Leon addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated October 17, 1940. Within, Leon responds to Wilson's views on the French and British military and Russia's stance on Germany.