October 17, 1917

Letter describes the poor quality of the food, asking the captain about doing sketching, and the ease of the drillings so far. Also discusses new arrivals and the growth of the camp. Includes illustrations: ranks marching in field, men around a fire.

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Letter from Salvator Cillis to 'Mr. Van Veen', dated Camp Upton, L.I., October 17, 1917, p. [2].