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ALLENBY, Edmund (1861-1936). English Field Marshall,. During 1917 he had captured Beersheba and Gaza from the Turks. On December 11 he entered Jerusalem and became the first Christian in 800 years to conquer the Holy Land. Jerusalem’s “Allenby Gate” is named in his honor. Promoted to Field Marshall in 1919. Autograph letter signed, 12.II.34, one page on the imprinted letterhead “24 Gardens, S.W.5”. He writes: “Dear Sir, As desired-by your letter of the 14th January-I have the pleasure to send, herewith a photograph, Yours truly, Allenby F.M.” In very good condition.................$350.00
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