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Dwight D. Eisenhower

“I was presented a certificate, signed by you, indicating that I had been made an Honorary Command Pilot of the Civil Air Patrol”

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“I was presented a certificate, signed by you, indicating that I had been made an Honorary Command Pilot of the Civil Air Patrol”

TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, May 19, 1954. Letter to Major General Lucas V. Beau, commander of Washington’s Civil Air Patrol. In full: “Yesterday when I was in North Carolina I was presented a certificate, signed by you, indicating that I had been made an Honorary Command Pilot of the Civil Air Patrol. With the certificate came a pair of silver wings. This note brings you and the members of the Civil Air Patrol my warm thanks for honoring me in this fashion.” In fine condition, with a slight shade of toning to edges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #421 - Ended January 15, 2014





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