Lot 46
Eisenhower, Dwight D. -- TLS as President Accepting the Resignation of the General Counsel of the Dept. of Defense (1890-1969) 34th President of the United States (1953-61). Typed letter signed "Dwight D. Eisenhower" as President, one page, on White House letterhead, Washington, July 6, 1959. Accepting, with reluctance, the resignation of Robert Dechert (1895-1975) who served as General Counsel of the Department of Defense. from February 28, 1957 to July 15, 1959. In part: "…It must be a source of deep satisfaction to you to realize how important your contribution has been. I am happy that you have agreed to serve as a consultant to the Secretary of Defense through the present session of Congress…." Small rust spot in upper right corner, one tiny smudge at upper left, and minor ink brushing at end of signature, else fine. Accompanied by transmittal envelope. Estimate $350 - 450
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