Uncommon ALS in Russian, signed "Gagarin," one page on a 5.75 x 4.25 postcard honoring the 'Day of the Soviet Army and Navy,' February 22, 1962. Handwritten letter to Andrei Gerasimovich, in full (translated): "I congratulate you on the 44th anniversary of the Soviet Army. I wish you good health and great success in your service." In fine condition. Consignor notes that this originates from the family archive of Colonel-General of Aviation Andrei Gerasimovich Rytov (1907-1967), who rose to Chief of the Political Directorate and member of the Military Council of the USSR Air Force.
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