TLS as president, one page, 5.5 x 9.25, White House letterhead, August 15, 1924. “Aerogram” letter to six of the Army Air Service pilots who took part in the world’s first aerial circumnavigation, in full: “Your return to North American soil following circumnavigation of the earth by air is inspiration to the whole nation. Your history-making flight has been followed with absorbing interest by the people everywhere and you will be welcomed back to the United States with an eagerness and enthusiasm that I am sure will compensate for the hardship you have undergone. Your countrymen are proud of you. Your branch of the service realizes the honor you have won for it. My congratulations and heartiest good wishes go to you at this hour of your landing.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of transmittal from Coolidge’s secretary. On April 6, 1924, four Douglas World Cruiser aircraft and eight US Army Air Service pilots and mechanics carried out the first aerial circumnavigation of the globe, completing the journey in 175 days after taking 74 stops and covering about 27,550 miles.
Ex. Ken Rendell, January 10, 1978; sale 132, lot 19. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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