Marxist guerilla insurgent who aided Castro’s Cuban revolution and rallied other Third World countries to overthrow their corrupt regimes. Captured during a 1967 guerilla campaign in Bolivia, he was summarily executed the following day, instantly transformed to a martyr and inspiration for other reactionaries. ALS in Spanish, signed “Che, Commander of the 4th Column Revolutionary,” one page, 8.5 x 10, May 28, 1958. Letter to a group of gentlemen. In full, “I have been informed that you have food and arms that could be of use to the Revolution. Therefore I write to you to collaborate with our cause. This paper does not authorize an inspection, we are only asking.” Matted and framed with a photo of Guevara, to an overall size of 12 x 18.5. In very good condition, with some light spotting, expected folds and a few wrinkles. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
