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Patton, George S. (1885-1945) to Frank Stockdale re: unable to visit

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06760.16 Author/Creator: Patton, George S. (1885-1945) Place Written: [s.l.] Type: Typed letter signed Date: 1945/01/26 Pagination: 1 p. + env 25.2 x 20.2 cm Order a Copy

Patton promises to come visit, but must delay because "something happened the other day which means that we will keep on fighting violently." With envelope signed by Patton.

Patton, George S. (George Smith)., 1885-1945

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