Lot 154
Bell, Alexander Graham -- Letter Saying Englishmen & Americans Are Equally Ignorant of Armenian Affairs. Manuscript letter signed "Alexander Graham Bell," one page, 10½ x 8½", on letterhead engraved "445, Cannon Street," which is marked through, and "57 West Cromwell Road" written in, London, Apr. 2, 1878. To C. H. Papazian, thanking him for three pamphlets. In part: "Englishmen & Americans are about equally ignorant of Armenian affairs and the report on provincial oppressions is just what is wanted to throw light upon the object of the pamphlets concerning Armenia and the conference…." Bell intends to send copies to editors in the United States. Normal folds, else fine. Exceptionally bold signature. One of the key issues in treaty negotiations at the Congress of Berlin in 1878, following the victory of Russia over Turkey, was the Armenian Question. It regarded the protection and rights of key minorities in the Ottoman Empire following its defeat. Estimate $800 - 1,200
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