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For those who value history and collect the personal correspondence of military leaders, this January 25, 1980 letter offers a connection to General Mark W. Clark and the generation that served during World War II.
Presented on The Citadel letterhead, the typed letter is addressed to Hazel Dorman. Clark responds to her request for an autographed photograph and expresses appreciation for her comments on his long service to his country. It recalls a time when collectors wrote directly to the people they admired and eagerly awaited a reply in the mail.
For a military history enthusiast, Citadel alumnus, or collector of historical correspondence, its appeal lies in the named recipient, dated letterhead, and personal exchange preserved on the page. Displayed in a study or kept within a carefully assembled collection, it invites a closer look at the individual behind the military title.
The letter bears a blue signature reading “Mark Clark.” The signature has not been independently authenticated.
Dated January 25, 1980. Visible condition includes fold lines, paper toning, and scattered discoloration. Please examine all photographs carefully. This listing is for the letter only; the photograph mentioned in the text is not included.
Your letter will be carefully packed with rigid protection to help prevent bending during shipment.
30 day returns accepted, giving you time to examine the piece in person and decide whether it belongs in your collection.
