American military officer (1917–1991) who participated in the Normandy invasion during WWII and went on to command the United States Forces in Korea from 1973 to 1976. TLS signed “R. G. Stilwell,” two pages, 8 x 10.5, Department of the Army letterhead, December 26, 1972. Letter to a patriotic admirer. In part: “We can all promote Americanism by upholding the Constitution and Bill of Rights…The heritage of America is based not only on events of colonial days but includes the development and expansion of the nation throughout the midwest and west. Your research will undoubtedly show the Army’s contribution to the progress of our nation. Though the Army provided protection for the settlers as they pressed westward, many technical contributions were made such as the bridging of rivers and the surveying of routes through mountain heights. Another major contribution has traditionally been in the field of medical research.” Trivial foxing to first page and staple holes to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
