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Captain of the Carpathia (1869–1940) responsible for rescuing Titanic survivors on the morning of April 15, 1912. ALS signed "A. H. Rostron," one page both sides, 4.25 x 3.5, "On Board the Cunard, RMS Berengaria" letterhead, January 20, 1926. Handwritten letter to his friend Louis M. Ogden, a New York socialite who was aboard the RMS Carpathia during the Titanic disaster and who helped to photograph, document, and assist the survivors. In full: "Thank you for your letter and kind Xmas present for Margaret—Minnie was upset because I told her you'd be away for Xmas & so she couldn't send you anything. Any way I brought out a card on off chance–thank goodness. We have a quick turn round this time arriving dock 10:30 a.m. & sailing 3 a.m. Thursday!!! Well—I do hope you have a Happy & Merry Xmas & a still happier New Year & every year. I'm up to my eyes in work & am tired out. However—love to both of you darlings & we want to see you." In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Rostron's own hand, with "RMS Olympia" written in the return address area.
From the personal collection of a lifelong collector, teacher, and traveler with a passion for world history. His collecting years ranged from the 1970s to the present day, meaning that several of the premier pieces have not been on the market in decades.
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