MICHAEL COLLINS APPEALS TO THE IRISH AMERICANS

Collins (Michael) A very good Als on Rialtas Sealadach na h'Eireann (Provisional Government) notepaper, dated 9 February 1922, to a reporter of...

MICHAEL COLLINS APPEALS TO THE IRISH AMERICANS

Collins (Michael) A very good Als on Rialtas Sealadach na h'Eireann (Provisional Government) notepaper, dated 9 February 1922, to a reporter of the Boston Globe Newspaper, a Mr. Merrill, mentioning Collins' relatives in Boston, and the liberality of friends of Ireland in Boston in supporting the Irish struggle for Independence with money. 'Now that Freedom is on the eve of attainment I ask through the 'Boston Globe' on behalf of the Provisional Government, that they be equally liberal with their sympathy and patience, thus assisting us in restoring to the people of Ireland control of their own destinies. We have the responsibility. We must also have the power. Ireland is facing very grave problems. it will need the strength and courage of the whole nation, and the help of all our race to carry us safely through.' With his signature in Irish squeezed in at the bottom of the page. Mounted, a little browned from display, but in good condition, a fine and measured appeal to Irish Americans. Probably intended for publication. As a m/ss., w.a.f.

Extremely important manuscript letter.

 

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