R. E. Byrd TLS Ahead of 1927 Orteig Prize Attempt & Trans-Atlantic Flight
Richard Byrd
New York, NY, April 25, 1927
R. E. Byrd TLS Ahead of 1927 Orteig Prize Attempt & Trans-Atlantic Flight
TLS
An interesting typed letter from pioneering aviator and polar explorer Richard E. Byrd (1888-1957), in which he references the coveted Orteig Prize. 1p, measures 8" x 10.5", New York, NY, April 25, 1927. Signed at conclusion as "R. E. Byrd", he mentions that he "may not be in this country" on account of his planned flight from the U.S. to France. Exhibits darkened age toning throughout, with areas of scattered handling marks and minor spot staining. Evidence of prior mounting faintly visible at left side. Otherwise, very good.
In part:
"Since we are both descended from William Byrd, we must be related. I am very sorry I will not be able to lecture during May, as it is possible I may not be in this country. I hope sometime to have the pleasure of meeting you."
Earlier in 1927, Byrd announced his bid to win the Orteig Prize, a sought after reward for making the first nonstop flight between the United States and France. However, during a practice takeoff, his airplane was damaged in a crash that also severely injured his co-pilot. As his craft was being repaired, Charles Lindbergh won the prize by completing his own historic flight on May 21, 1927. Not to be deterred, Byrd set out again from New York in late June, arriving near Normandy on July 1st. While the prize money had already been claimed, Byrd and his crew were nevertheless received as heroes by the French public, and were subsequently awarded the Legion of Honor by Raymond Poincaré.
This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.
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Richard Byrd
New York, NY, April 25, 1927
R. E. Byrd TLS Ahead of 1927 Orteig Prize Attempt & Trans-Atlantic Flight
TLS
An interesting typed letter from pioneering aviator and polar explorer Richard E. Byrd (1888-1957), in which he references the coveted Orteig Prize. 1p, measures 8" x 10.5", New York, NY, April 25, 1927. Signed at conclusion as "R. E. Byrd", he mentions that he "may not be in this country" on account of his planned flight from the U.S. to France. Exhibits darkened age toning throughout, with areas of scattered handling marks and minor spot staining. Evidence of prior mounting faintly visible at left side. Otherwise, very good.
In part:
"Since we are both descended from William Byrd, we must be related. I am very sorry I will not be able to lecture during May, as it is possible I may not be in this country. I hope sometime to have the pleasure of meeting you."
Earlier in 1927, Byrd announced his bid to win the Orteig Prize, a sought after reward for making the first nonstop flight between the United States and France. However, during a practice takeoff, his airplane was damaged in a crash that also severely injured his co-pilot. As his craft was being repaired, Charles Lindbergh won the prize by completing his own historic flight on May 21, 1927. Not to be deterred, Byrd set out again from New York in late June, arriving near Normandy on July 1st. While the prize money had already been claimed, Byrd and his crew were nevertheless received as heroes by the French public, and were subsequently awarded the Legion of Honor by Raymond Poincaré.
This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.
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