Lot 1051A
1051A. ELVIS PRESLEY (1935 - 1977) American singer, "The King of Rock and Roll" whose gyrations on stage wowed the crowd. His most popular hits include "Hound Dog", "Love Me Tender", and " Don't Be Cruel". Interesting T.L.S., as a sergeant with the 3rd Armored Division, 1p., 8vo., Jan 25, 1960. ìI called the Col. last night to tell him you started work on the Caddy and to go a head [sic] and send you a check as soon as he received your bill...î. On December 20, 1957, Presley received his draft notice. He was inducted and completed basic training at Fort Hood, Texas, before being posted to Friedberg, Germany with the 3rd Armored Division. Presley had chosen not to join "Special Services", which would have allowed him to avoid certain duties and maintain his public profile. He continued to receive massive media coverage, with much speculation echoing Presley's own concerns about his enforced absence damaging his career. Presley returned to the U.S. on March 2, 1960, and was honorably discharged with the rank of sergeant on March 5. Fine. $1,500 - 2,000
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