Pershing, John J., General of the Armies of the United States (1860-1948); commanded the Allied Expeditionary Forces during World War I. Typewritten Letter Signed "John. J. Pershing as Commander in Chief, American Expeditionary Forces, Paris, Nov 28, 1918. Just weeks after the Armistice, he informs Brigadier General Harry A Smith in Luxembourg that "on October 17, I recommended you for promotion to the grade of Major General…The War Department discontinued all promotions of General Officers after the signing of the Armistice, and I regret that therefore you will not receive the deserved recognition of your excellent services." In choice condition. With related FDC.
Estimate $250 - 300. Est. $250-300 (Image)

Est. $250-300

Pershing, John J., General of the Armies of the United States (1860-1948); commanded the Allied Expeditionary Forces during World War I. Typewritten Letter Signed "John. J. Pershing" as General of the Armies, 1p, 8vo, on official stationery, Washington, May 2, 1922. He informs Brig Gen Harry A Smith at the Army War College that "the Secretary of War…has selected you to fill the vacancy which will be caused by the promotion of General McRae…" In excellent condition. Pershing had wanted to promote Smith during the war, but after the armistice was signed, all promotions were suspended (see previous lot).
Estimate $150 - 200. Est. $150-200 (Image)

Est. $150-200

Pershing, John J., General of the Armies of the United States (1860-1948); commanded the Allied Expeditionary Forces during World War I. Typewritten Letter Signed "John. J. Pershing" as Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Forces 1p, 8vo, on official stationery, France, January 28, 1919. He thanks Theodore Greene, director of Rhode Island's War Savings Organization, to thank him for the gift of a book from "the citizens of Rhode Island who purchased War Savings Stamps…to express their appreciation of the work accomplished by their army in France." Some toning at folds, otherwise in choice condition.
Estimate $150 - 200. Est. $150-200 (Image)

Est. $150-200