Chisholm, George A., fl. 1918 to Alice
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07810.008 Author/Creator: Chisholm, George A., fl. 1918 Place Written: France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 October 1918 Pagination: 7 p. ; 21 x 13.5 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to his friend about his lack of mail since he arrived in France and that the weather has been overcast since he left the states. Describes the warm welcome the soldiers received upon landing in England. Tells Alice that the American girls have nothing to worry about as the European girls can not compare. Mentions that his birthday is on the 30th and wishes he were home to get presents and kisses for each year. Includes his mailing address. Writes that he is having a hard time receiving mail and doesn't know if it is because he hasn't caught up to the mail or if the mail is stalled. Written on American Expeditionary Force letterhead.
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