Letter, 7.7.1925, from Thoralf Backe
Object reference: RA 318B23
Type: Letter
Sender / Author: Thoralf Backe
Recipient: Roald Amundsen
Date: 7.7.1925
Language: Norwegian
Translation
Dear Roald Amundsen!
It is not because it was me who suggested you in Aftenposten as an honorary citizen of Oslo. –
The only worthy title – in my opinion – there was worthy of you.
Nor is it not that I am an autograph or photograph collector – on the contrary –
But be so profoundly kind, when you have enough time – send me a picture of you – preferably in “work
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clothes”
I have a cozy, snug fireplace lounge with hunting, high mountain and old Finmark and Spitsbergen pictures.
– There your portrait will be given place of honour. –
My wife and I warmly welcome you and your companions home. –
Yours
Respectfully
Thoralf Backe
7. / 7. 25.
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