During WWII, “V-Mail” (short for “Victory Mail”) was a method of sending letters between soldiers and their families. It was a popular way to manage mail flow and reduce the weight and bulk of correspondence. Messages were written on special V-Mail forms, then microfilmed to save space. Upon arrival, the microfilm was enlarged and printed back onto paper to be delivered to the recipient. This method saved cargo space for other wartime supplies while still allowing for regular communications.