World War II–dated TLS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, blindstamped personal letterhead, November 16, 1942. Letter to Hilde Sperling in Havana, Cuba, in part (translated): "The expectations for a visa to the USA are, of course, at the moment very unfavorable…as I know from many experiences. It would make me very happy if the immigration of your mother to Cuba would succeed. If you think that I, through my influence and by letter could ease the affair, I will be ready at any time.” In very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges, some small stains, and a light block of toning from prior display. After leaving Germany himself before the start of the war, Einstein became a tremendous advocate for Jews seeking to escape Hitler’s reach and find asylum elsewhere—credited with saving hundreds of lives, he even joked that he ran an 'immigration office.' Demonstrating both his humanity and wartime activism, this is a wonderful letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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