War-dated TLS signed “G. C. Marshall,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, Chief of Staff of the Army letterhead, September 15, 1942. Letter to Major General J. P. Smith. In part: “I have just learnt of your hard luck physically and this note carries to you my sympathy…the terrific pressure I put on you at Atlanta undoubtedly is in large measure responsible for your present troubles. At least you can have the satisfaction in feeling that you did a perfectly splendid job there even if it imposed a heavy tax on you physically.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and two handwritten drafts of Smith’s correspondence to Marshall. RR Auction COA.
