FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT'S THIRD INAUGURATION Oversize black and white photograph showing FDR being inaugurated for his third term, signed by the President, his Vice President and Secretary of State, Chief Supreme Court Justice Charles E. Hughes and Supreme Court ClerkCharles Elmore Cropley, who held the President's family bible while the oath was administered. Handsomely framed to 17½x15. Photograph signed: "Franklin D Roosevelt", "Charles E. Hughes, Jan. 20, 1941", "Charles Elmore Cropley/January 20, 1941.", "Cordell Hull" and "H.A. Wallace", B/w 13¼x10¼, framed to 17½x15. On Monday, January 20, 1941, Franklin Delano Roosevelt became the nation's first and only president to be inaugurated to a third term in office. FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT (1882-1945, born in Hyde Park, New York) is an American politician who served as president during two of the most difficult times in world history, the Great Depression and World War II. He also served as president for four terms (1933-1945), longer than any other president in history.
THE BRITISH ROYAL FAMILY: KING GEORGE VI, QUEEN ELIZABETH, ELIZABETH II, and MARGARET All four members of the family signed this album cover specially made for recordings that commemorated Elizabeth II's 16th birthday. Album Cover Signed: "George R.I.", "Elizabeth R.", "Elizabeth", and "Margaret". A rare set of six BBC records, pressed after a Royal Command Performance of the radio show It's That Man Again (1939-1949). The show was the first Royal Command Performance of a radio show ever. The show was presented on April 21, 1942, the day of Elizabeth II's 16th birthday. The signed album was given to the star of the show Tommy Handley after the performance at Windsor Castle - the two princesses' home for five years during WWII. It's That Man Again satirized the rule of Adolf Hitler and boosted morale of the British home front during the war. A Royal Command Performance is when the reigning monarch specifically requests a show. Before this instance, it was typically theatrical or orchestral in medium. Includes six records that are of the performance on that date.
OMAR BRADLEY A bound copy of his Memorial Day Address (1948), inscribed and signed to his longtime secretary, Mary Pitcairn, by America's last five-star general Speech inscribed and signed: "To Miss Mary Pitcairn/With appreciation for/your loyal and/untiring assistance/Omar N. Bradley", 5p, 6x9. Leather-bound, soft cover copy of his Memorial Day Address, titled "That We Might Learn to Live as Bravely as They Died", Longmeadow, Massachusetts, 1948. Inscribed and signed on third free end page. Omar N. Bradley (1893-1981), a corps commander in North Africa and Sicily (1943), commanded of the U.S. First Army, which landed at Utah and Omaha beaches, Normandy, on D-Day, June 6, 1944. In August 1944, he became the Commander of the 12th Army Group, the largest force ever commanded on the field. He headed the new Veterans Administration (1945-1948). On September 20, 1950, Bradley was promoted to Five-Star General of the Army, and would be the last surviving general of 5-star rank. From 1950 to 1953, he was Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
GENERAL COURTNEY H. HODGES Photograph signed in 1946 by the Commanding Army General that was first to enter Paris in World War II! Autographed Photograph Signed: " Courtney H. Hodges/Gen. U.S. Army/Dec. 1, 1946.", 8x10. Reverse bears a Signal Corps credit stamp. Hodges (1887-1966) was the Commanding General of the Third U.S. Army from February 16, 1943 to January 25, 1944, when he turned it over to Lieutenant General Patton. First Army soldiers commanded by Hodges were the first Americans to enter Paris on their way across Northern France and through the Ardennes Forest. They were also the first to cross the Siegfried Line into Germany in September 1944 and reach the Rhine in March 1945. Minor surface creasing and slightly creased and worn at corners and edges. Ink stamps and notes (unknown hand) on verso. Fine condition. Accompanied by PSA/DNA LOA. 
WWII - COMMANDING THE TROOPS Outstanding collection of signed items from the Generals who were instrumental in winning WWII. 1). First Day Cover signed "Omar N Bradley", "Maxwell D. Taylor", "R. E. Cushman, Jr.", "Nathan F. Twining" and "Mark W. Clark", 6¼x3½. FDC honoring the heroic people of the Philippines. Postmarked Washington D.C. September 27, 1944. 3-cent stamp showing the island of Corregidor, FIRST DAY OF ISSUE. Fine condition. 2). Annotated Signature "Lt. Gen. Patton / APO 758 40 PM NY" 3½x1½. Fine condition. 3). Photograph Mount Signed "Douglas MacArthur" and "R K Sutherland" 7¾ x7. Photograph showing MacArthur and Sutherland in dress uniform having discussions in the back of a vehicle. Minor creasing, otherwise fine condition. 4). Magazine Photograph Signed: "M. B Ridgeway" 5½x8½. Captioned "Preparing for the invasion of Sicily, July 1943: George S. Patton (left) and Omar N. Bradley inspect the 82nd Airborne Division on June 4, 1943. Ridgeway and his artillery commander, Maxwell D. Taylor (right, wearing sunglasses) were the escorts. Fine condition.
FRITZ SAUCKEL These incredibly rare documents are a handwritten, dated and signed account of Nazi Germany's forced labor and mass deportation operations by Germany's chief of slave labor recruitment. They were written by Sauckel for his lawyer during his trial before the International Military Tribunal in Nuremburg after World War II. They are important documentation of the 20th century's worst war and of some of the worst atrocities ever recorded in human history. They are also a typical example of the defense used by many defendants in the postwar Nuremberg trials: they were only following orders. This defense failed to sway Sauckel's tribunal; he was found guilty of war crimes and later hanged. Historically Important Autograph Manuscript signed twice (at top of first page and at bottom of last page): "Fritz Sauckel", in pencil, as war crimes defendant, 26 pages, 8x10½. IN GERMAN WITH 1945 ENGLISH TRANSLATION WITH FOOTNOTES AND COMMENTS. Nuremburg [Germany], 1945 July 15. This text was provided by Sauckel to his attorney as a means of fully describing the organization of the forced labor department, and Sauckel's duties and responsibilities.
KING GEORGE VI, CO-SIGNED BY: QUEEN ELIZABETH (THE QUEEN MOTHER) This exquisite presentation album - signed by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth as King and Emperor and as Queen Consort - contains an historic 78-RPM recording of the BBC radio broadcast of George VI's coronation and an address by him as king. It comes framed, Gallery of History Style, in a presentation case with a UV-resistant UF-3 Plex lid. Two items: 1) Album signed "George R I" by King George VI and "Elizabeth R" by Queen Elizabeth on vellum inside front cover. "14¼x12½x3¾. On cover: "The Coronation/of/The Majesties/King George VI and Queen Elizabeth/in/Westminster Abbey/and/H.M. The King's Broadcast Message/May 12th, 1937" in gilt. "R.I" stands for "Rex Imperator" (King Emperor), a title used from 1877, when Queen Victoria became Empress of India, to 1948, following Indian independence. Album has purple satiny-fabric endpapers. Contains 15 78-RPM records, 11¾ inches in diameter each by the Gramophone Co., Ltd. of Hayes, Middlesex, England, in paper sleeves.
EMPEROR AND EMPRESS HIROHITO Spectacular pair of rare, signed photographs in original Imperial frames. These signed photographs measure 5¾ x 8½ inches and are housed in their original blue leather Imperial frames. Both feature formal, full-length images, individually signed in bold Japanese calligraphy with black sumi ink by Hirohito and Empress Kojun. Signed royal portraits presented in matching pairs are very scares as they were given only to guests of the emperor. Fine condition. Overall frames measure 8 x 10¾. Light surface scratches present on the frames. Easel damaged on the back of Emperor Hirohito's frame. Otherwise, fine condition. HIROHITO (1901-1989), born Michinomiya Hirohito, Japanese emperor during World War II, was originally designated as "Showa" or "Enlightened Peace". He became emperor in 1926 following the death of his father Taisho. Despite having supreme authority in Japan, he did little more than to ratify the policies of his ministers. Historians debate Hirohito's role in Japan's expansionist policies, which began in 1931 and one of the major causes of World War II.
GEORGE S. PATTON Patton writes to his aunt from Fort Bliss Texas ALS: "Your devoted nephew/George", 1p, 7½x10½. Ft. Bliss, Tex, 1916 February 3. To Aunt Nanni. In full: "I am very sorry to hear that you have been sick and hope that you are much better by now. But don't try to get up too soon. I have had a little Gripe my self lately but am well now. This is a most uninteresting place and the feeling that I will not be here long keeps me from taking much interest in it. I think that every one here would rather be in the Islands. With lots of love." AUNT NANNIE(Anne Wilson, his mother's sister) helped raise Patton and his sister, Nita. In 1915, Patton was sent to Fort Bliss where the post commander was Brigadier General John J. Pershing. Mexico was then in turmoil as the consequence of revolution, and Army troops were guarding the border to prevent depredations against American life and property. Patton led routine cavalry patrols. Despite the arrival at Fort Bliss of 
PRESIDENT FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT Large 14½x18¼ signed sketch of the President who was elected to four terms. Sketch Signed: "Franklin D. Roosevelt" in pencil. Also signed by the artist and dated circa 1941. Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945) is one of the best-known Presidents in United States history. Before his tenure in the Oval Office, he served as Governor of New York. This position gave him valuable experience working with progressive-minded individuals to improve the economy. He served in the position for just over 12 years, dying 11 weeks into his fourth term. Roosevelt oversaw the U.S. during the Great Depression and World War II. His progressive platform introduced Social Security and the first national minimum wage. During his first term as Commander-in-Chief, he ended Prohibition. This decision is largely credited with helping him to a landslide 1936 election victory. Frame slightly chipped at corners. Otherwise, fine condition. Framed in the Gallery of History style: 26¾x37.
GERALD R. FORD The Nation's bicentennial President signs a commemorative printer's plate. Commemorative Metal Printer's Plate inscribed and signed: "To Robert L. White, best wishes,/Gerald R. Ford" as 38th President, 14¾x 6½. Printer's plate for the production of commemorative matchbooks. A sheet of completed matchbooks (two rows of seven covers per row) are displayed beneath the plate. The covers for the matchbooks, which are made of blue silk, bear gold foil impressions reading "The President and Mrs. Ford", a facsimile signature of Gerald Ford and the image of the White House. The commemorative matches were presented to the President by the Maryland Match Corporation in Washington, D.C.As the President and First Lady during America's bicentennial celebration, Gerald and Betty Ford were deluged with "birthday presents", such as this printing plate. Nearly two years earlier, upon becoming the 38th U.S. President (1974-1977) upon the resignation of Richard Nixon, Gerald R.
DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER As President of Columbia University, he signs a typed letter to Robert Cutler concerning University projects to be funded by the Harriman brothers, framed with an unsigned photo in the Gallery of History style. TLS: "Ike" as President of Columbia, with ALS: "DE" on first page of 1½ pages (separate sheets) typed letter, 7¼x9½. Columbia University, New York, 1950 December 13.To Robert Cutler, Old Colony Trust Company, Boston,about planning and financing The American Assembly, an affiliate of Columbia University founded by Eisenhower in 1950 "to illuminate issues of public policy". The ALS on the first typed page,in full: "Dear Bobby-This formal dissertation was, as is obvious, prepared by a staff assistant. If you knew how pressed I am, almost to the point of panic, you'd forgive me for not re-writing it. So far as meaning goes, it expresses my sentiments very well indeed!" The typed letter,in part: "Since our delightful Boston visit, we have gone ahead rapidly with the plans for The American Assembly…Mr. W.World War II | Letters
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MAJOR GENERAL ANDREW J. ADAMS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/02/1972 - HFSID 171627A. J. ADAMS Typed Letter signed as head of the American Battle Monuments Commission in 1972 Typed Letter signed: "A. J. Adams", Major General and ABMC Secretary, 1 page, 8x10. Washington, D.C., 1972 November 2. On letterhead of the American Battle Monuments Commission to Thomas Alford, Sr.Sale Price $162.00
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CLAUDE AKINS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/20/1992 - HFSID 192251CLAUDE AKINS The skilled actor responds to a letter from a fan Autograph Letter Signed: "Claude Akins" in black ink, 1p, 8½x11. No place, 1992 April 20. To Mr. Barch.
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CLAUDE AKINS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 07/02/1984 - HFSID 36445CLAUDE AKINS The actor writes a letter regarding the television series Legmen (1984) Typed Letter signed: "Claude Akins" in black felt tip, 1p, 6¼x8½. No place, 1984 July 2. On his personal letterhead to Todd M. Axelrod, Las Vegas, Nevada.
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MAJOR GENERAL H. LETHBRIDGE ALEXANDER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 06/21/1935 - HFSID 175052HENRY ALEXANDER. Autograph Letter signed: "H. Lethbridge Alexander", 1p, 5¼x6¾. Aldermoor, Beaulieu, Hants (England), 1935 June 21. On personal letterhead. To "Dear Sir". In full: "I regret the delay in replying to your letter of 18th but I have only just returned fromWales.
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TERENCE ALEXANDER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 44385TERENCE ALEXANDER The actor is glad his correspondent enjoyed a play, even though he confused Alexander with another actor, Tony Britton. Autograph Letter signed: "Terence Alexander", 2 pages (front and verso), 7x5½ Vaudeville Theatre, Strand WC2 [London], no date, circa 1971. To "Dear Mr.
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WILLIAM ALFRED - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/28/1979 - HFSID 223392WILLIAM ALFRED In a typed letter, "The Professor" talks about the opening of his new play and about what makes a piece of writing important. Typed Letter signed: "Your Brother, William Alfred", 1 page, 8½x11. Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1979 May 28. On his imprinted stationery to "Dear Mr. Norbutt".
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ADMIRAL GEORGE W. ANDERSON JR. - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/25/1963 - HFSID 24007GEORGE W. ANDERSON George W. Anderson as Chief of Naval Operations types a letter to a fan. Typed Letter Signed: "George Anderson" as Chief of Naval Operations, 1p, 5¾x7½. No place, 1963 May 25. Begins: "Dear Miss Stephens".
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OLLIE (OLIVER F.) ATKINS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/24/1973 - HFSID 289640OLLIE ATKINS Letter on White House stationery to TV producer Paul Keyes, answering Keyes' request for film from Nixon's 1968 election campaign Typed Letter signed: "Ollie", 1 page, 6¼x9¼. Washington, D.C., 1973 September 24. On White House stationery to Paul W. Keyes, Paul W. Keyes Production, Inc.
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OLLIE (OLIVER F.) ATKINS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/10/1972 - HFSID 297628OLLIE ATKINS Letter on White House stationery written to a North Carolina man Typed Letter signed: "Ollie Atkins", 1 page, 6¼x9¼. Washington, D.C., 1972 October 10. On White House stationery to Mr. Kristoffer J. Todd, Method, North Carolina. In full: "Dear Mr.
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JEAN-PIERRE AUMONT - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 06/09/1976 - HFSID 160011JEAN PIERRE AUMONT Jean Pierre Aumont types a letter to an author explaining that all information he has is in his book. Typed Letter signed: "Jean Pierre/Aumont", 1p, 8¼x10¾. No place, 1976 June 9. In full: "Your letter of April 29 th was forwarded to me only a few days ago.
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BRUCE BAIRNSFATHER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 02/26/1933 - HFSID 72967BRUCE BAIRNSFATHER Signed, two-page Autograph Letter (1933), thanking his hostess during a visit to Scranton, Pennsylvania Autograph Letter signed: "Bruce Bairnsfather". 2 pages (front and verso), 7¼x10. New York, N.Y., 1933 February 26.
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HOWARD H. BAKER JR. - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/28/1971 - HFSID 189724HOWARD BAKER, JR. As Senator, Baker sends a letter accepting invitation to the 1971 Salute to the Presidential Dinner in Nashville Typed Letter signed: "Howard Baker" as U.S. Senator, 1p, 8x10½. On letterhead of the Senate Committee on Public Works. Washington, D.C., 1971 September 28. To W.
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GEORGE BAKER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 286813GEORGE BAKER ALS to his longtime companion Suzanne LaFrance, speculating that he might have to sue Paramount to get his "Sad Sack" on TV. Autograph Letter signed: "G. B.", 1 page, 8½x11. No place, no date. To "Dear Pangolin" [his longtime companion, Suzanne LaFrance".
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GEORGE BAKER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 287144GEORGE BAKER ALS to his longtime companion Suzanne LaFrance, reporting that he has sent Sad Sack books to someone, illustrating his letter with humorous drawings in the margin Autograph Letter signed: "B.B.". 1 page, 8½x11. No place, no date. To "Hi little Pangolin" [his longtime companion Suzanne LaFrance}.
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JAMES D. BARE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 296794JAMES D. BARE Handwritten letter from the air ace, praising the infantry Autograph Letter signed: "James D. Bare", 1 page, 5½x8½. Oklahoma City, 2004 October 21. To "Dear Adam Gaubert", in full: "You, too are a hero. Congratulations on your award of the 'Combat Infantryman's Badge'.
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RICHARD BARTHELMESS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/29/1940 - HFSID 321942RICHARD BARTHELMESS Thank you letter for a luncheon given by "The Banshees", signed as Dick Barthelmess Autograph Letter signed: "Dick Barthelmess", 1 page, 5½x7¾, affixed to a 8½x11 sheet. New York, N. Y., 1940 October 29. On letterhead of the Hotel Pierre to "Dear Mr.
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RICHARD BARTHELMESS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/22/1930 - HFSID 290188RICHARD BARTHELMESS Letter informing a bank that he has revoked someone's power of attorney and access to his safe Typed Letter signed: "Richard Barthelmess", 1 page, 8½x11. New York City, 1930 October 22.
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SIR DAVID R. BATES - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 03/30/1991 - HFSID 317396DAVID R. BATES The mathematician and physicist writes on letterhead of the Department he founded at Queen's University of Belfast. Autograph Letter signed: "David R. Bates", 1 page, 8¼x6. Belfast, Northern Ireland, 1991 March 30.
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WILLIAM H. BATES - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 07/31/1967 - HFSID 321335WILLIAM H. BATES As a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Massachusetts politician writes regarding a rat extermination bill. Typed Letter signed: "William H. Bates", 1 page, 8x10½. Washington, D. C., July 31, 1967. On official letterhead.
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HANS BAUR - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 03/05/1980 - HFSID 217258HANS BAUR. ALS: "Hans Baur/Chief Pilot to the Führer", 2p, 8¼x6, front and verso. Munich, 1980 March 5. In German, no translation. Hans Baur (1897-1993) tells Mr. Freund that he has written a book. The English version is out of print in England but there will be a new American English version.
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GOVERNOR HENRY BELLMON - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 08/14/1973 - HFSID 79196HENRY BELLMON Senator Henry Bellmon writes regarding an application for funding for schools in Oklahoma City Typed Letter Signed: "Henry Bellmon". 1p, 8x10½. US Senate Committee on Appropriations Letterhead. Washington, D.C., 1973 August 14. To: Dr.
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CHARLES E. BENNETT - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 03/31/1981 - HFSID 274395CHARLES E. BENNETT Charles E. Bennett sends a typed letter of thanks for the information. Typed Letter Signed: "Charles Bennett" as U .S. Representative from Florida, 1p, 8½x11. Washington, D.C., 1981 March 31. On letterhead of Congress of the United States, House of Representatives to Mr.
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GENERAL HORACE F. BIGELOW - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 12/30/1969 - HFSID 171636HORACE F. BIGELOW. TLS: "Horace F. Bigelow" as Major General, 1p, 7x8½. Cape Coral, Florida, 1969 December 30. Sending an autographed photograph [not present] to Thomas L. Alford, Sr., Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y.
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PIERRE BILLOTTE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/25/1955 - HFSID 175077PIERRE BILLOTTE The French military officer signed this slip of paper with notes, both handwritten and typed Autograph Letter Signed: (translated) “Friend of France/ very sincerely/ P Billotte”. 9½x5¼ sheet of paper with numerous clippings adhered to it. Dated January 25, 1955.
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GOVERNOR JAMES T. BLAIR JR. - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 03/13/1957 - HFSID 346137JAMES T. BLAIR JR. The Democratic Governor of Missouri who supported civil rights penned his signature on this typed letter sent to the Governor of Maine Typed Letter Signed: “J.T. Blair Jr.” in black ink. 7¼x10½. Dated March 13, 1957.
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GOVERNOR JAMES T. BLAIR JR. - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/23/1960 - HFSID 345135JAMES T. BLAIR, JR. The 44th Governor of Missouri signs this typed letter in which he congratulates a couple who planned to celebrate their "Golden" 50th Anniversary soon Typed Letter Signed: "J.T. Blair Jr" in brown ink. 7¼x10½. One page.
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VICE ADMIRAL GEOFFREY BLAKE - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 02/25/1921 - HFSID 73284The Royal Naval Vice Admiral, then serving as naval attaché in Washington D.C., sends letter to a Pennsylvanian woman giving her dates on when he is available to speak to her club, signs name in black ink
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VICE ADMIRAL GEOFFREY BLAKE - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 03/06/1921 - HFSID 73283The Royal Naval Vice Admiral, then serving as naval attaché in Washington D.C., sends letter to a Pennsylvanian woman asking for some advice at what her club would like to talk about, signs name in black ink
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VICE ADMIRAL GEOFFREY BLAKE - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/27/1920 - HFSID 72975GEOFFREY BLAKE The Royal Naval Vice Admiral, then serving as naval attaché in Washington D.C., sends letter to a Pennsylvanian woman interested in having him speak to her club, signs name in black ink Typed letter signed: "Geoffrey Blake" in black ink. 2 page, 8½x11. October 27, 1920. Washington, D.C. Address to Mrs.
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BOCK'S CAR CREW (FRED OLIVI) - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 285210BOCK'S CAR CREW: FRED OLIVI Signed autograph letter (1998) to a collector of war photography Autograph Letter signed: "Fred J. Olivi", 1 page, 8½x11. Chicago, Illinois, 1998 March 9. On personal letter (with imprinted image of Bock's Car) to "Dear John".
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