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Dwight Eisenhower autograph letter signed to his wife, Mamie, dated 16 October [1944] as Supreme Commander of Allied Expeditionary Forces. Here, Eisenhower speaks primarily of his son John's stationing in the 71st Division. One-page letter in ink reads in full: ''Darling -- This is Monday; again I'm waiting to start a trip, this time from my forward CP. A teletype from the W.D. says John is going to 71st Div. That is fine, because it will be commanded by Gen. W.G. Wyman, a grand soldier. I will have a hard time keeping from 'interfering' -- I'm so wrapped up in that boy -- but I keep reminding myself that he is a man, with a man's job to do and his own career to make. How I wish I dared go and stay with him. Well sweet, I'm sure you understand that my short scrawls mean lots more than they say; principally that I think of you all the time and never cease wishing I were with you, with no more prospects of parting! This is a 'hek' of a life. I must run. Take care of yourself and don't forget me! I love you, always, your Ike''. Letter measures 8'' x 10.5''. Minor toning and creasing along mail folds, else fine.
Dwight Eisenhower WWII Autograph Letter Signed to His Wife Discussing His Son, John's Wartime Safety, ''...I'm so wrapped up in that boy -- but I keep reminding myself that he is a man...''
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