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August 3, 1914 Great Britain Declares War on Germany
WILSON, Woodrow (1856-1924). The 28th President of the United States (1913-1921). The $100,000 bill bears Wilson’s portrait. Wilson was the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize (1920) for ending WWI and for creating the League of Nations. Typed letter signed, one page on the imprinted stationery of The White House. September 24, 1914. To Mr. & Mrs. J.P. Hutchins c/o American Embassy, London, England. Wilson writes: “The American Ambassador at London has brought to my attention the excellent work which you have been doing for the relief of the many Americans in that city, and it affords me much gratification to say that the loyal support and hearty cooperation which have been so generously extended have impressed me deeply and have lightened the burdens of these troublous times. I extend to you, my dear Mr. & Mrs. Hutchins, sincere thanks in my own name and in the names of the many Americans who profited by your untiring labors in England...” Signed with a fine ink signature. On August 3rd Great Britain declared war on Germany. On August 4, Wilson issued a proclamation of neutrality as the war breaks out in Europe. In fine condition with original envelope..........$850.00
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