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Albert I, King of the Belgians (1875-1934) to Woodrow Wilson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00971.02 Author/Creator: Albert I, King of the Belgians (1875-1934) Place Written: Belgium Type: Telegram Date: 25 May 1918 Pagination: 1 p. ; 26.1 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Telegram is possibly the reply to, or reason for, Wilson's draft letter (GLC00971.01). Discusses the Belgians' gratitude for American aid during World War I and their common fight for freedom Transmitted on White House stationery.

Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924
Albert I, King of the Belgians, 1875-1934

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