Czech statesman (1886–1948) who served as the Czech Foreign Minister from 1940 until his death under mysterious circumstances. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, January 15, 1942. In full: “Many thanks for your kind new year wishes. I do not expect a happy year but a usefull [sic] one on the road to definite victory.” Light overall toning and haloing to the ink, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.