Letter from Elie Wiesel to Ted Koppel

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Letter from Elie Wiesel to Ted Koppel

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March 25, 2002

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Wiesel, Elie
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Koppel, Ted

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A brief, handwritten letter from Elie Wiesel to broadcast journalist Ted Koppel, dated March 25, 2002. Written on Boston University letterhead, Wiesel expresses his pleasure upon learning that he and Koppel will be meeting in May. He thanks Koppel for his acceptance and for his friendship, signing off with affection.

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Potomac, MD, USA
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EWG_1380_02_30-30
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