Vivian Fuchs. Antarctic explorer. Autograph letter signed re his name. 1984. COA

Description: Sir Vivian Fuchs. (1908-1999). English scientist-explorer. He is best known as the leader of the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition, which completed the first overland crossing of Antarctica. Planning for the expedition began in 1953 and involved using Sno-Cat tractors to cross the continent in 100 days. He co-wrote, with Sir Edmund Hillary, The Crossing of Antarctica. Queen Elizabeth knighted him In 1958. 6.5x8.5 autograph letter signed, printed personal stationery, June 20, 1984, to a collector regarding why Fuchs writes his name differently. In full, “Dear Mr. Allen. I am sorry to say that I have not got a photograph to send you, but I enclose a signature on a piece of expedition paper which you may like to have. I have not signed with my two forenames as it would be incorrect to do so because I do not now use the name Ernest. With best wishes, Yours sincerely, V. E. Fuchs.” In very good condition with smudging to one word on last line and two mailing folds. I have been selling books and autographs for over 40 years. I have conducted over 200 auctions through my own company and have been a past member in good standing of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, the Professional Autograph Dealers Association, and a Life Member of the Universal Autograph Collector's Club. If for any reason you are unhappy with your purchase, you can return it within 30 days. I guarantee this autograph will pass PSA/DNA, JSA or any other authentication service. This autograph comes with my personally signed and dated Certificate of Authenticity (COA) and is guaranteed authentic with no time restrictions. I'm happy to combine shipping to save you money. Please check out my store. New items are added every day.

Price: 75 USD

Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon

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