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Tuell, Porter E., fl. 1918-1919 to Hazel Reese

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07810.100 Author/Creator: Tuell, Porter E., fl. 1918-1919 Place Written: Brittany, France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 March 1919 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 21 x 13.5 cm. Order a Copy

Writes to his friend about his plans to embark for the states shortly. Discusses the poor postal service and says that it has greatly improved since the war ended. Mentions General Pershing's visit to his camp and promises to elaborate once he returns. Says that the weather today is sunny at last and the troops are enjoying it. Written on Knights of Columbus letterhead. Written at Camp Coetquidan.

Tuell, Porter E., fl. 1918-1919
Reese, Hazel, fl. 1918-1919
Pershing, John J. (John Joseph), 1860-1948

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