Lot 570
Dayan, Moshe. Typed letter signed as Minister of Defense, 1p, in Hebrew, 11 x 8½ in., on decorative thick cream dimpled paper embossed with Israel's Coat of Arms. The letter reads: "Dear Mrs. Rachl Shalev, Please allow me to join you in your grief for your loss of Shaul (May he rest in peace). Major Shaul Shalev (May he rest in peace) gave his life for his country. He was killed in the southern front on the Yom Kippur war, and brought for burial on October 12th, 1973. (16 in the month of Tishrei) Shaul (May he rest in peace) served as an officer in the armed units. He was a brave soldier, and an acceding officer, and a wonderful friend. Everyone who knew him - loved him. The memory of Major Shaul Shalev for ever be holy and signed in our heart. God bless your memory, Dearly, Major-general (in reserve) - Moshe Dayan, Minister of Defense. Cheshvan, Tashla'd (November, 1973)." With translation. Excellent condition.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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