Patton, George S. (George Smith), 1885-1945 to Ruth Patton
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05618 Author/Creator: Patton, George S. (George Smith), 1885-1945 Place Written: West Point, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 27 January 1907 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope ; 16.5 x 13.3 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to his mother regarding his time at the United States Military Academy at West Point. Mentions his grades and discusses having purchased books on tactics that he plans on reading during his trip home. Letterhead imprint reads 1909 (Patton's expected graduation year), surrounded by two swords and an eagle.
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