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Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919 to R.L. Bovard

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07810.045 Author/Creator: Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919 Place Written: Pimelles, France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 February 1919 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 21 x 13.5 cm. Order a Copy

Replies to a lodge brother's letter and tells him about military life. Tells Bo not to plan on his return anytime soon. Congratulates him on the success of the Lodge's endeavors. Written on YMCA letterhead.

Hopkins, Laurence L., fl. 1918-1919
Bovard, R.L., fl. 1918-1919

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