Lot 171
Ronald Reagan, Typed letter Signed "Ronald Reagan" as Cal. Governor, Sacramento Cal., January 15, 1971, one page 8.5" x 11" on Governor's Office stationery to Staff Serg. Jerry Kelly in Vietnam, reading in part "I am very pleased to send you this California state flag - not only because it will be a symbol of our Golden State so many miles from home, but also your request demonstrates your pride in California…"; some creases and small tears, included is a typed statement by Kelly describing the circumstances of the flag request, Fine.Estimate $500 - 750.
RONALD REAGAN PRAISES THE PATRIOTISM OF U.S. SOLDIERS IN VIETNAM FOR "SAFEGUARDING FREEDOM".
From 1967-1975, Reagan was Governor of California. He supported the War in Vietnam being waged at that time, and when many recently returning veterans were reintegrating themselves back home, he was active in providing a framework for them. He also sought to honor their service in an unpopular war.