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US GHQ American Expeditionary Forces AEF Pershing Farewell Letter Named WW1
US GHQ American Expeditionary Forces AEF Pershing Farewell Letter Named WW1

US GHQ American Expeditionary Forces AEF Pershing Farewell Letter Named WW1

$ 52.8

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
  • Condition: Letter/Documents shows normal wear/tear associated with age. This includes fold lines, toning with age. Other minor age related defects may be present.
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: France
  • Modified Item: No
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Region of Origin: United States

    Description

    Auction for original GHQ AEF Pershing farewell letter issued to individual soldiers at the conclusion of WW1.
    1. Letter, G.H.Q. American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) from Pershing to US Soldiers at the conclusion of their WWI service in France. This copy was furnished to George W. Ware and has his typed name. Document is a General Orders No. 38-A dated France, February 28, 1919. Letter talks of patriotism, the sacrifice, individual's importance to the war/victory, duty and more. Facsimile Pershing signature. Letter signed by W. J. Ovington, 2Lt. 4th Engrs (commanding). Letter/Document is similar to the type later issued by General Eisenhower to the troops at the conclusion of WWII.
    Letter/Documents shows normal wear/tear associated with age. This includes fold lines, toning with age. Other minor age related defects may be present.
    Please use photos as a guide in making a purchase decision. Sold as is. Normal wear and tear associated with age. No refunds. Free shipping. Thanks for looking.