World War II-era broadside message from King George VI, one page, 7.5 x 10, no date but circa August 1944. In part: "The following message from H.M. the King has been received by the Supreme Allied Commander Mediterranean Theatre: 'I have greatly appreciated the opportunity you have afforded me of seeing so many of my Armed Forces and of those of the Allies in the Italian Theatre of War. During the past few days I have traversed the ground from Cassino to the present front line a distance of some 250 miles, through which, since the middle of May, the Eighth and Fifth Armies have driven a powerful and highly experienced German Force. It is true to say that the enemy has been out-generalled and out- fought. This brilliant campaign has added much to the glories of the British, the Dominions and the Allied Armies. Such success could never have been achieved without the full cooperation and powerful support of the Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and their Allied Brothers-in-Arms. I am very pleased to have been able to see for myself some of the splendid work they are doing. Please convey to all under your command my best wishes and my confident belief that final victory will be theirs. I pray that the day is not too far distant when I shall be able to welcome you home again.'" In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold.
