^Lot 1609 Man Mountain Dean

Professional wrestler of the early 1900s. ALS signed “Man Mt Dean,” one page both sides, 6 x 9.25, Stanley Hotel letterhead, October 31. Letter to a friend. In part: “I am working at Columbia Movie Studio on the Life of the Late General George S. Patton Old Blood and Guts don’t know it or not but as M/Sgt Frank S. Leavitt my real monicker (Man Mt Dean is a nom de Plume) I served with the General when he was a 2nd Lt in Pershing Expedition into Mexico Vera Cruz 1914 and through Nogales Arizona…the first world war I in the tank Corps…until we shoved off for North Africa landing twice…also all through Sicily…then back to states in military Internal Intelligence as a personal combat instructor.” In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning and a couple trivial spots. Very interesting first-hand account of Dean’s prominent military career serving along side the legendary general, with the inclusion of his real name, makes this a letter of exceptional content and quality. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence.