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Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997 To Ardena Mae Fouts

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09569.37 Author/Creator: Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997 Place Written: England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 March, 1944 Pagination: 1p. : Height: 14 cm, Width: 10.7 cm Order a Copy

Augsberger expresses his love for Ardena, and tells her how much he misses her. He says that he will not be writing as often because "I am doing a job now that keeps me on the road a lot...I will write you though as much as I possibly can." He reminds her that he will always love her, and they will be happy together when he returns. Augsberger sends his love and signs the letter.

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