Telegram sent by Texas Senator Ralph Yarborough to Buzz Aldrin's family during the Apollo 11 mission, one page, 8.5 x 7.75, addressed to "Mrs. Edwin Aldrin & Family," July 23, 1969, in full: "Congratulations to all of you as you await the return of Astronaut Aldrin to Earth after being part of the first team of men to walk on the surface of the moon. You have helped make this dream come true for all humanity by your patience, your understanding, and your fortitude. Warm, best wishes to you. I am proud that you are my constituents. God bless you." Signed later in blue ballpoint by the telegram's historic subject, "Buzz Aldrin." The telegram is pinned to a carbon copy. In fine condition. Accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from Buzz Aldrin, certifying the telegram as having been "saved in my archives as being relevant to my NASA astronaut career."
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