I'm sure he was. Unfortunately, he died the year before I was born so we never met. But I do feel like I get to know him a bit through his paintings and writings.
The letter from your grandpa must have been amazing to read. My mom, @ofildutemps, writes about the letters left by my great-grandfather during the 1WW which are filled with details of his joys and struggles at the time (all in French unfortunately). The treasures they leave behind are things we cherish for eternity.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts @lynncoyle1