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Tuell, Porter E., fl. 1918-1919 to Hazel Reese

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07810.101 Author/Creator: Tuell, Porter E., fl. 1918-1919 Place Written: Brittany, France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 March 1919 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope ; 24 x 14.75 cm. Order a Copy

Writes to his friend about being held at Camp Coetquidan rather than shipping out as planned. Discusses the troops' desperation in leaving the camp, which is located miles from the nearest town, and how they are occupying themselves. Mentions that he is planning a trip to Paris and describes his trip to St. Malo. Written on Knights of Columbus letterhead. Written at Camp Coetquidan.

Tuell, Porter E., fl. 1918-1919
Reese, Hazel, fl. 1918-1919

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