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Gustav Ritter von Kahr

Gustav Ritter von Kahr

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Gustav Ritter von Kahr

German right-wing conservative politician, active in the state of Bavaria (1862-1934). On June 30, 1934, known as the Night of the Long Knives, Kahr was punished for his "treason" during the Beer Hall Putsch. He was abducted in Munich and murdered by SS members - hacked to death with axes and thrown into a swamp near Dachau. ALS signed “G. vn Kahr,” one page, 6.25 x 9.5, April 28, 1927. Boldly penned untranslated letter to a colleague. In fine condition, with pencil notations to lower half, easily matted out, a couple of small wrinkles, and a touch of light edge toning. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #346 - Ended June 17, 2009