^Lot 114 Harry S. Truman

Typed memorandum, signed as president, “H.S.T.,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, November 10, 1949. Titled “Memorandum for: Acting Secretary of State From: The President,” sent to James E. Webb. In full: “Thanks for the background memoranda on the visit of His Imperial Majesty, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, Shahanshah of Iran. I appreciated your thoughtfulness in sending it to me very much.” In fine condition, with an Undersecretary office stamp to upper right. On November 16, 1949, President Truman greeted Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the Shah of Iran, on his first visit to the United States. The Shah was given a 21-gun salute and full military honors.