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Hopkins, Lawrence L. (fl. 1918-1919) to Dr. A.W. Hopkins

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07810.058 Author/Creator: Hopkins, Lawrence L. (fl. 1918-1919) Place Written: Camp Dix, Pemberton Township, New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 June 1919 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope ; 20.5 x 13.5 cm. Order a Copy

Writes his father a belated birthday letter from Camp Dix, New Jersey. Describes his return to the states and his daily activities. Adds that he will be sending a parcel with his belongings. Written on American Expeditionary Force letterhead.

Private Hopkins was in Company F, 305th Engineers, American Expeditionary Forces. Harold Hopkins is his brother.

Hopkins, Laurence L., fl. 1918-1919
Hopkins, A.W., fl. 1918-1919

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