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The History Sale 19th April 2016
Collins (Michael) A very good Als on Rialtas Sealadach na h’Eireann (Provisional Government) notepaper, dated 9 February 1922, to the Editor of
the Boston Globe Newspaper, a Mr. Merrill, mentioning Collins’ relatives in Boston, and the liberality of friends of Ireland in Boston in supporting
the Irish struggle for Independence with money. ‘Now that Freedom is on the eve of attainment I ask through the ‘Boston Globe’ on behalf of the
Provisional Government, that they be equally liberal with their sympathy and patience, thus assisting us in restoring to the people of Ireland con-
trol of their own destinies. We have the responsibility. We must also have the power. Ireland is facing very grave problems. it will need the strength
and courage of the whole nation, and the help of all our race to carry us safely through.’ With his signature in Irish squeezed in at the bottom of
the page. Mounted, a little browned from display, but in good condition, a fine and measured appeal to Irish Americans. Probably intended for
publication. As a m/ss., w.a.f.
Extremely important manuscript letter.
€ 12,000 - 15,000