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Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997 To Ardena Mae Fouts

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09569.51 Author/Creator: Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997 Place Written: England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 August, 1944 Pagination: 1p. : Height: 14 cm, Width: 10.7 cm Order a Copy

Augsberger writes to Ardena that each passing day makes his heart ache more for her, especially knowing that she is so far away. He says that he will try and make it up to her when he returns, and give her the things "I couldn't give you when I was home. You know a home and children + the kind of life you deserve." He asks her to write soon since her letters are his only hope. Augsberger sends his love and closes the letter.

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