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A most important letter
RHEE, Syngman (1875-1965) First President of South Korea (1948-1960). President during the Korean War. Spent years in prison under the Japanese. Typed letter signed on his name imprinted stationery. May 16, 1960 to Senator Frank Lausche. In March 1960 Rhee won his fourth term as President. Very fine content, personal letter. ‘If I were to review my life, it would never permit me to change one fraction of my hopes and beliefs in what was best for this country. I trust your interest in Korea will never waver and that the Korean people will go on to merit the confidence you have placed in them.” Some underlining in red and a large rubber stamp, “Senator Lausche Received: stamped across the top. Some light browning from the original envelope which is enclosed. $375.00
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