TLS in Hebrew, one page, 8.5 x 11, 1973. Dayan writes Aaron and Naomi Raphaeli following the death of their son. In full (translated): “Allow me to join wholeheartedly in your mourning for your only son Gavriel of blessed memory. Officer Gavriel Raphaeli of blessed memory gave his life for his country. He fell in the Northern Front during the Yom Kippur War and was brought to be buried on [November 6, 1973]. Gavriel of blessed memory served as a captain in the Tank Brigade. His superiors praised Gavriel as a very smart person dedicated to his task, responsibility, resourceful, industrious, and focused. Gavriel was loved by everyone. Officer Gavriel Raphaeli’s memory is holy and is engraved in our hearts with pride.” In fine condition, with a couple of tiny wrinkles and bends, a paperclip impression, and scattered toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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