Considered by many to be one of the GREATEST Presidents of our lifetime
President Ronald Reagan
RARE SIGNED Alzheimer's Article
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SIGNED by President Ronald Reagan. This really is an extraordinary article written by William Bennett former Secretary of Education under Reagan. We all remember that heartbreaking letter President Reagan wrote to the nation when he was diagnosed with this disease. I surely was moved by it as one of the most genuine words I have ever read. If you have never read this letter, I have made available a coy below. IT IS A MUST READ! In his article, Bennett talks about his appreciation to Reagan for sharing this with us. This article was SIGNED by President Reagan through contacts at the Reagan library and it comes with a lifetime Guarantee from one of the most reputable dealers in the country, Todd Mueller Autographs. A truly exceptional piece of history!! $1950 |
Reagan's November 1994 letter announcing he had Alzheimer's disease
Text of letter written by Reagan in November
1994 My Fellow Americans, I have recently been told that I am one of the millions of Americans who will be afflicted with Alzheimer's disease. Upon learning this news, Nancy and I had to decide whether as private citizens we would keep this a private matter or whether we would make this news known in a public way. In the past Nancy suffered from breast cancer and I had my cancer surgeries. We found through our open disclosures we were able to raise public awareness. We were happy that as a result many more people underwent testing. They were treated in early stages and able to return to normal, healthy lives. So now, we feel it is important to share it with you. In opening our hearts, we hope this might promote greater awareness of this condition. Perhaps it will encourage a clearer understanding of the individuals and families who are affected by it. At the moment I feel just fine. I intend to live the remainder of the years God gives me on this earth doing the things I have always done. I will continue to share life's journey with my beloved Nancy and my family. I plan to enjoy the great outdoors and stay in touch with my friends and supporters. Unfortunately, as Alzheimer's Disease progresses, the family often bears a heavy burden. I only wish there was some way I could spare Nancy from this painful experience. When the time comes I am confident that with your help she will face it with faith and courage. In closing let me thank you, the American people for giving me the great honor of allowing me to serve as your President. When the Lord calls me home, whenever that may be, I will leave with the greatest love for this country of ours and eternal optimism for its future. I now begin the journey that will lead me into the sunset of my life. I know that for America there will always be a bright dawn ahead. Thank you, my friends. May God always bless you. Sincerely, Ronald Reagan." |
