Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919 to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07810.053 Author/Creator: Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919 Place Written: Champagné, France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 April 1919 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope Height: 23.5 cm, Width: 14.5 cm Order a Copy
Writes to his mother about the welcome upturn in the weather. Explains that he has sent a package containing a 37mm shell and asks her to take care of it until he returns. Adds that the explosives contained within the shell have been removed. Discusses Harold's return to the states and the fluctuating exchange rates. Encloses a franc worth 17 cents in "real money" (not included). Written on Knights of Columbus letterhead. Written at Camp d'Auvours.
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