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Neil Armstrong TLS 9/25/69

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Neil Armstrong TLS 9/25/69
Neil Armstrong typed letter signed after his successful return to Earth from Apollo 11. On official NASA letterhead and stamp-dated 25 September 1969, Armstrong writes to Robert B. Hotz, Editor of ''Aviation Week & Space Technology'' magazine, who served with Armstrong years later on the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident. In full: ''Please accept my sincere thanks for your kind thoughtfulness in forwarding the plaque-mounted covers of Aviation Week & Space Technology which were published during the preparation, flight, and postflight periods of the Apollo XI mission. They will remain as some of the most appreciated mementoes of the entire adventure. We are certainly appreciative of the very good coverage given to the flight of Columbia and Eagle in your fine magazine and of your very kind editorial remarks in several issues. We are certainly appreciative of the fact that you recognized and pointed out not only the technical achievements of Apollo XI, but also the more long-lasting values of international cooperation and challenging goals. Please accept our sincere congratulations on your fine coverage of the flight.'' A gracious and prophetic letter from Armstrong to one of the space program's long-time journalistic supporters. Single page measuring 8'' x 10.5''. Mounted to board, with faint toning and mild overall soiling, else very good condition.
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