34th President. Typed letter signed “Dwight D. Eisenhower” as President of Columbia University, September 10, 1948, 5.75×7.75, thanking Lt. Col Arthur M. Edwards for his poem in tribute to General Pershing. Ike adds his own view on Pershing:
He was a great soldier and worthy of the finest things you could say about him.
As Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in World War II, Eisenhower’s tribute carries unique weight, connecting the two great military leaders of the 20th Century.
In fine condition, dark signature, mailing fold.
34th President. Typed letter signed “Dwight D. Eisenhower” as President of Columbia University, September 10, 1948, 5.75×7.75, thanking Lt. Col Arthur M. Edwards for his poem in tribute to General Pershing. Ike adds his own view on Pershing:
He was a great soldier and worthy of the finest things you could say about him.
As Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in World War II, Eisenhower’s tribute carries unique weight, connecting the two great military leaders of the 20th Century.
In fine condition, dark signature, mailing fold.