Auction features rare draft correspondence between John F. Kennedy and Winston Churchill
Draft of letter, annotated by John F. Kennedy to Winston Churchill, 1962. Estimate $35,000-50,000. A unique draft letter, reflecting President Kennedys intellect, personality, and diplomatic skill.
PHILADELPHIA, PA
.- On Thursday, May 20, Freemans presents a Books and Manuscripts auction beginning at 12pm, featuring an impressive array of carefully selected material. The 131-lot auction will showcase a number of historically and culturally significant books, posters, prints, and letters, including an annotated draft of a missive from President John F. Kennedy to former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill; a selection of important World War II posters; many first and limited editions from such prominent authors as Henry David Thoreau, Charles Dickens, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Mark Twain, and T.S. Eliot; as well as significant scientific and medical texts.