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Lot #471
Roger Chaffee

Rare early letter from a tragic hero of Apollo 1

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Rare early letter from a tragic hero of Apollo 1

TLS signed “Roger B. Chaffee,” one page, 8 x 10.5, NASA letterhead, February 11, 1965. Letter to Ken Browne, in full: "Many thanks for your recent letter. The news clipping and the brochure on the U. S. S. Arizona is sincerely appreciated. I most assuredly enjoyed my trip to Arizona and hope that I shall have the opportunity to repeat it at some time in the future. I am happy to enclose the photograph which you requested and, with it, extend to you and Mrs. Browne my best wishes for a happy and successful 1965." In fine condition, with a light paperclip impression to the top edge. Accompanied by the referenced photograph, which bears an autopen signature.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: September
  • Dates: #535 - Ended September 12, 2018





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