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Father of the Nation
RAMGOOLAM, Seewoosagur (1900-1985). He led Mauritius (island nation in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Africa) to Independence in 1968. The island was uninhabited until 1638. Run by the Dutch and then a French Colony named Isle de France. The island gained its independence from the British with Ramgoolam becoming its first Prime Minister (1968-82) with Queen Elizabeth remaining head of state. Very scarce autograph letter signed, one and a half pages on the letterhead of Premier and Minister of Finance, 16 January 1966. Ramgoolam writes: “We are all so pleased to read that you have again entered the government as a minister. We ask you to accept our very best congratulations. You have always deserved well of your country, and all your friends in Mauritius are most happy with the news. With our best regards, yours truly, S. Ramgoolam.” In very good condition..........................$145.00
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