Letter from Eugène Lemercier to his mother, Marguerite Lemercier, informing her that he is still waiting for the order to depart and of the rumour of a French victory,
1914 August 27.
Gives details of the previous night when everyone, "aptes, inaptes et réformés", was ordered to pack up to depart. Mentions writing to Madame Capamagian in the chaos. Mentions a painting competition. Makes comment about the value of people around him and their behaviour.
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| Format: | Manuscript |
| Language: | French |
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| Notes: | Addressed to "Madame Lemercier / 40 Rue Lauriston / Paris". Very faint and illegible postmarks from origin on front of envelope. 2 postmarks from destination at the back of the envelope. Physical description: 3 items : letter (5 pages) and envelope. more |
| Arrangement: | Sub-fonds |
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Letter from Eugène Lemercier to his mother, Marguerite Lemercier, informing her that he is still waiting for the order to depart and of the rumour of a French victory,
1914 August 27.
| In Collection: | Lemercier Papers, 1910-1925 |
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| Description: | Gives details of the previous night when everyone, "aptes, inaptes et réformés", was ordered to pack up to depart. Mentions writing to Madame Capamagian in the chaos. Mentions a painting competition. Makes comment about the value of people around him and their behaviour. |
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| Language: | French |
| Extent: | 3 items : letter (5 pages) and envelope. |
| Format: | Manuscript |
| Call Number: |
MS 8,751/1/27
(Manuscripts Reading Room) |
| Rights: | Reproduction rights owned by the National Library of Ireland. |