French
version in film Octobre
Letter sent on October 11, 1970
My dear Robert,
I feel like I am writing the most important letter I have
ever written.
For the time being, I am in perfect health, and I am
treated well, even courteously.
In short, the power to decide over my life is in your
hands. If there was only that involved, and the sacrifice of my life would
bring good results, one could accept it ...
You know how my personal situation deserves to draw
attention. I had two brothers, both are now dead. I remain alone as the head of
a large family that comprises my mother, my sisters, my own wife and my
children, and the children of Rolland of whom I am the guardian. My departure
would create for them irreparable grief, and you know the ties that bind the
members of my family ...
You have the power of life and death over me, I depend on
you and I thank you for it.
Best regards,
Pierre Laporte
Translation:
Claude BŽlanger, Marianopolis College
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