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Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919 to W.S. Rainsford

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06879 Author/Creator: Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919 Place Written: New York Type: Typed letter signed Date: 1918/06/19 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 27.7 cm, Width: 21.4 cm Order a Copy

Misaddressed to "Ranisford." TR writes in part "I think vulgar boasting and vulgar depreciation of the courage and efficiency of our enemies represent the nadir of patriotism and good taste..." On stationery of the Kansas City Star. Corrected in T.R.'s hand.

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

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