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Lot #187
Titanic: Archibald Butt Handwritten Letter Signed

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American military officer (1865-1912) who served as an influential aide to presidents Roosevelt and Taft before perishing during the sinking of the Titanic. ALS signed “Archie W. Butt,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 6 x 7.25, War Department letterhead, April 3, 1906. Letter to Albert Halstead, in part: "My sincere congratulations both to you and Mrs. Halstead. I know you will both enjoy England." In fine condition.

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