Franklin D. Roosevelt: Typed Letter Signed (TLS). 1 pg., 8” x 10 ½”, Washington, D.C., February 15, 1918, Navy Department letterhead. As Assistant Secretary of the Navy, FDR thanks a citizen for her donation of binoculars, telescopes, and spyglasses to the war effort. Accompanied by an “Eyes for the Navy” printed document. Expressing thanks for donation to the war effort. Roosevelt writes: “Your prompt and patriotic response to the NAVY'S call for binoculars, telescopes, and spyglasses, is most appreciated. The glasses will be very useful in the prosecution of Naval Operations until victory is won. At the termination of the war, if possible, every effort will be made to return them to you, when it is hoped that you will feel compensated for any evidence of wear, by the knowledge that you have supplied "Eyes for the NAVY" during a very trying period. On behalf of the NAVY, I wish to thank you most heartily.” A fantastic early FDR letter.

Light wear, few pin holes at top edge, else fine with a bold signature.