Tuell, Porter E. (fl. 1918-1919) to Hazel Reese
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07810.101 Author/Creator: Tuell, Porter E. (fl. 1918-1919) Place Written: Camp Coetquidan, Brittany, France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 March 1919 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope ; 24 x 14.75 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to his friend about being held at Camp Coetquidan rather than shipping out as planned. Discusses the troops' desperation in leaving the camp, which is located miles from the nearest town, and how they are occupying themselves. Mentions that he is planning a trip to Paris and describes his trip to St. Malo. Written on Knights of Columbus letterhead.
Corporal Tuell fought with the American Expeditionary Forces in the Headquarters Company, 141st Field Artillery, 39th Division.
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