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George H.W. Bush typed letter signed following the 1983 Beirut bombing of the Marine barracks that killed 241 servicemen. Bush writes to Congressman Bill Young on Vice Presidential letterhead, ''...Thank you for your letter suggesting expanded United Nations involvement in Lebanon. I certainly agree with you that our Marines have diligently fulfilled their responsibilities in Beirut, under very tough conditions. I have shared your letter with the Secretary of State, so that he might benefit from your suggestion. Thank you for sharing it with me...[signed] George''. 1pp. dated 31 October 1983. Measures 8'' x 10.5''. Near fine.
George H.W. Bush Typed Letter Signed After 1983 Beirut Bombing -- ''...our Marines have diligently fulfilled their responsibilities in Beirut, under very tough conditions...''
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