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Jill Swenson's avatar

What a surprise to come home to find everyone thought you were dead and had found out you'd been a thief! And still his buddies celebrated him. What a story.

Jennifer Jones's avatar

There's so much about this that's mysterious Lori. That first letter sent to his family after he went missing is very strange.

Lisa Maguire's avatar

I love the lost and found themes that reverberate in this story. I wouldn't underestimate the influence of his brother Masons in his release.

Jane Chapman's avatar

Such an intriguing story ... Some people have a habit of falling on their feet. I was wondering how his family felt about it all

Neil Sagebiel's avatar

Strange is right!

Lori Olson White's avatar

Oh definitely! Although their involvement in the pardon wasn't reported anywhere, I agree, they were hugely influential during that time, and likely participated in Thomas' pardon. Thanks for bringing that up!

Barbara at Projectkin's avatar

Wow, what a story... lost and found, you never expect it to be the body! Oh, and WOT! That was a huge embezzlement. That's a lot of deference towards returning soldiers.