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Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919 to Dr. A.W. Hopkins

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07810.048 Author/Creator: Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919 Place Written: Chassignelles, France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 March 1919 Pagination: 3 p. ; 24 x 15 cm. Order a Copy

Writes to his father about his stalled plans to return home. Reports having received letters from his mother and Harold. Discusses the capture of his friend Hatfield, a descendant of the famous Hatfield-McCoys of Kentucky, who proved to his captors that being a good fighter runs in the family. Encloses a postal order and Harold's letter (not included). Written on Knights of Columbus letterhead.

Hopkins, A.W., fl. 1918-1919
Hopkins, Laurence L., fl. 1918-1919

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