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Historical Background: The Eisenhower Letter
This premium collectible features a handwritten word cut directly from a personal 3-page handwritten letter sent by General Dwight D. Eisenhower to his wife, Mamie Eisenhower (\"Darling\") during World War II:
The Letter\'s Context: Written during the height of WWII, General Eisenhower reflects on the hectic schedule of commanding Allied operations, apologizes to Mamie for not writing as regularly as usual, and discusses the uncertainty of his return home due to military duty.
Famous War Reflections: In this heartfelt letter, Eisenhower famously reflects on the brutal conflict, writing about the intensity of the war and expressing his admiration for the fierce resistance on the Eastern Front (\"The Russian fight continues to stir me to the depths of my soul...\").
Authenticity: The full 3-page document was authenticated and certified by Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) under Certification #AE36782 prior to being cut into individual word relics for this limited series.
Where the Word \"Fact\" Fits In
The cut relic on this card displays the handwritten word \"fact\" penned in black ink by General Eisenhower himself:
Location in Text: It comes from Page 2 of the letter, where Ike candidly discusses his grueling schedule and reliance on good fortune during war:
\"There\'s been a round of heavy calls, which, thank the Lord, both British & I have missed, to date... In fact, I need one whole lot of luck all the way round — these days.\"Significance: This single word represents a deeply personal, candid moment from the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force, capturing his human side amidst the tremendous pressure of WWII leadership.
Card Highlights & Details
Series: 2025 A Word From POTUS (Presidential Word & Coin)
Limited Edition: #46 of only 60 produced worldwide handwritten word relic (\"fact\") from Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Uncirculated Presidential Dollar Proof Coin featuring the 34th President.
Packaging: Housed in a factory-sealed magnetic holder with original outer display packaging.
