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Dawes, Charles G. (1865-1951) to nephew (W.M. Dawes)

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02679.61 Author/Creator: Dawes, Charles G. (1865-1951) Place Written: Paris Type: Typed letter signed Date: 8 October 1917 Pagination: 1 p. ; 22 x 27 cm. Order a Copy

He was glad to hear from him. He asks for the name of his commanding officer so he can get permission for his nephew to come to Paris to see him. He advises him to keep doing the work he is currently doing, at least for now.

Dawes, Charles Gates, 1865-1951

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