Lot 374
Patton, Jr., George S. Partly-printed document signed (G S Patton Jr.") as Colonel, Third Cavalry, Commanding, 1 page, 8 x 10½ in., Fort Myer, Virginia, July 6, 1939. Appointing "Preston B. Rowland, Blue, Troop "E", C.M.T.C. Sergeant during the period of the Citizens' Military Training Camp. The Citizens' Military Training Camp was an organization formed to prepare for possible American involvement in the war which loomed on the horizon in Europe. Less than two months later, on September 1, 1939, Germany would invade Poland and hostilities would commence.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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