TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, July 27, 1943. Letter of recommendation for his former secretary. In full: “Marion R. Henriquez served as my private and confidential secretary for a period of two years ending July, 1943. She has been efficient, reliable, loyal and discreet. She is leaving my employ in order to take an active part in the war effort in the United States, and I can not recommend her too highly for any position which requires the above stated qualities and excellent administrative and executive ability.” Trivial scattered creases, otherwise very fine condition. Accompanied by the original envelope. In 1944, Hemingway would also take it upon himself to become active in the war effort, traveling to Europe to become the de facto leader of a small village militia in France—a direct violation of the Geneva Convention, as Hemingway was a correspondent, not a soldier. He was present at the liberation of Paris on August 25, 1944, and was later awarded a Bronze Star for his bravery during the war. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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