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Does anyone have evidence of the use of the term "French Letter" pre-dating the Great war? (1914-1918)
It is my understanding from fairly extensive secondary research, that the British soldiers were issued with condoms for use when on their rest periods away from the front line. They were supplied in envelopes, for use in France - hence the name.
But my sources aren't necessarily correct!
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