Sale 15BP01 | Lot 262

PATTON, GEORGE Early autograph letter signed to his mother

Catalogue: Rare Books, Autographs & Photographs
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PATTON, GEORGE Early autograph letter signed to his mother

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Lot 262
PATTON, GEORGE Early autograph letter signed to his mother. [France:] 2 February, 1918. 1 1/2 page autograph letter in ink s...
. [France:] 2 February, 1918. 1 1/2 page autograph letter in ink signed "George S. Patton Jr." on recto and verso of one sheet, addressed "Dear Mama." 10 5/8 x 8 1/4 inches (27 x 21 cm); framed with a youthful portrait and a transcription. Folds, edges toned.
Patton served in World War I and at the time of this letter had been promoted to Major and was to become head of the Tank School at Langres. This letter to his mother mostly discusses Patton's helmet and other uniform issues. He also thanks his mother for a small knife she sent as well as a hat "which would be fine under a helmet if I wore one but so far I have never been near enough to need one."

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Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
Sold for $1,250 (includes buyer's premium)

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Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
Sold for $1,250 (includes buyer's premium)
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Rare Books, Autographs & Photographs

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