Hopkins, Lawrence L. (fl. 1918-1919) to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07810.030 Author/Creator: Hopkins, Lawrence L. (fl. 1918-1919) Place Written: France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 September 1918 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 22.75 x 15 cm. Order a Copy
Tells his mother that he is writing this letter on the floor of his tent out of the torrential rain. Mentions having received a letter from Harold. Includes a description of the local flowers in bloom directed at his father. Reminds his mother about items he would like included in his care package. Written on YMCA letterhead.
Private Hopkins was in Company F, 305th Engineers, American Expeditionary Forces. Harold Hopkins is his brother.
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