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Harold, fl. 1918; to Mother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09890.02 Author/Creator: Harold, fl. 1918; Place Written: France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 July 1918 Pagination: 2 p. ; Order a Copy

One letter from Harold to his mother dated July 15, 1918. He mentions meeting up with friends from home and the town he is stationed at. He also mentions a French Independence day celebration with a parade and fireworks. The parade included Calvary and Colored infantry.

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