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Telegram from Charles W. Drew, likely to his mother, January 14, 1919. Notes that he is at Walter Reed Hospital, expects to be home soon with thirty days leave.

Telegram from Harris to Mrs. Drew, January 21, 1919. Reports that her son, Charles W. Drew, was released from prison camp and is now in Allied territory.

Telegram to Mrs. Drew, January 14, 1919. Notes that her son, Charles W. Drew, is in an embarkation hospital and will be transferred soon.

Photograph of an unidentified aircraft in flight, circa 1917-1918.

Newspaper clipping, "45 U.S. Squadrons in France on Nov. 11," from an unidentified publication, circa December 1918. Reports on American Air Service operations in France.

Newspaper clipping, "64 On Heavy Honor Roll; 14 are Killed," from an unidentified publication, circa 1918. Reports on Philadelphia soldiers killed, wounded, or missing in action. Charles W. Drew is listed as missing.

Newspaper clipping, "Air Hero Talks to Students," from an unidentified publication, circa 1919. Reports on Lieutenant Charles W. Drew's visit to Northeast High School.

Newspaper clipping, "Airmen of Allies Deal Death in Darmstadt, Capital of Hesse," from an unidentified publication, circa 1918. Reports an aerial bombardment of Darmstadt, Germany and aerial victories of American pilots. Charles W. Drew is noted as…

Newspaper clipping, "American Fliers Winged 845 Huns," from an unidentified publication, circa 1918. Gives a summary of the American Expeditionary Forces' aerial operations during the war.

Newspaper clipping, "Biddle Recounts Drew's Capture," from the Evening Public Ledger (Philadelphia), October 25, 1918. Reports on Lieutenant Charles W. Drew's capture by German forces, with quoted statements from Captain Charles J. Biddle, commander…