Lot 171
Patton, George S. Marginal fold tear to second leaf, otherwise fine. Provocative early Patton letter in which the future General already begins to question World War I strategy. 1885-1945. US General, trained at West Point, he became one of the most daring and flamboyant combat commanders of World War II.
Autograph Letter Signed. Three pages, recto/verso, Octavo, on green-ruled paper, n.p., December 2, 1915. To his father, George Patton Sr.
Wonderful letter which finds the future General commenting on the events which would precipitate our nation into the first World War. Patton questions his father about the Allies recent violation of German neutrality. He writes, in part:
"What do you think of the Allies violating German neutrality? I suppose since the Germans did not do it it was all right. Also what do you think of Mr. [Woodrow] Wilson's army ideas. His political rather than his military program…"
The letter also mentions a number of personal matters, including a "story" Patton has written and plans to send off, probably to a family friend.
Fine.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.
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