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“Dear Artie: “The young fellow has disappeared into a dead end. I think the long-necked bastard planned to wind up in Paris and sent him there but he may also have used the underground railroad. Ask your round-heeled contact. Maybe you can find more than I could. “Roy” quote by John Pearce
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““Dear Artie: “The young fellow has disappeared into a dead end. I think the long-necked bastard planned to wind up in Paris and sent him there but he may also have used the underground railroad. Ask your round-heeled contact. Maybe you can find more than I could. “Roy””

John Pearce

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal correspondence, unknown date, possibly WWII context

The writer asks Artie to investigate a missing person, suggesting possible Nazi involvement and escape routes.

In simple terms: Seeking help to locate a missing individual.

Key Takeaway

Gather information and follow leads to locate the missing person.

Themes

war espionage history investigation friendship

Mood

urgent concerned hopeful

Type

letter historical

When to use this quote

  • wartime Europe
  • underground networks
  • personal letters

Key Concepts

politics resistance disappearance search

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who can verify the claims?
  • What risks are involved in investigating?
A Different Perspective

Information may be unreliable or incomplete.

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