World War, 1939-1945 -- Veterans -- Connecticut; War brides -- Australia;
Steve’s war bride Ida Gauiglio Cavallari (identified by the arrow) onboard the ship Mariposa leaving Brisbane, Australia bound for America. Steve was already in the United States 1945
World War, 1939-1945 -- Veterans -- Connecticut; World War, 1939-1945 -- Campaigns -- New Guinea; World War, 1939-1945 -- Transportation; Vehicles, Military;
Steve Cavallari (left) and Sergeant Hudzina (right) leaning on Jenny the jeep, New Guinea 1945
World War, 1939-1945 -- Veterans -- Connecticut; World War, 1939-1945 -- Campaigns -- New Guinea; War brides -- Australia; Soldiers -- Recreation; Military -- Leaves and furloughs;
Steve Cavallari the day after his wedding, Australia June 8, 1944