An interesting collection of correspondence relating to the former British Prime Minister and the Maharaja of Dholphur. In the letter written to his cousin George Spencer-Churchill Churchill writes on a single sheet of House of Commons embossed stationery headed "67 Westminster Gardens, S.W.1" and dated 18th August 1945 "My dear George, Thank you so much for letting me see the letter from the Maharaja of Dholpur. I return it to you herewith. Please write him the following from me: I am most grateful for your kind expressions. Please have no fears. All will be well." Signed at the close in black fountain pen ink "Yours Affect, W". In this letter Churchill is referring to his defeat at the 1945 general election. Accompanying this piece are two typed letters from the Maharaja to George Spencer-Churchill. In the letter dated 1945 the Maharaja write of Churchill's 'painful' defeat at the general election paying lengthy tribute to Churchill's wartime leadership and expressing his sense of disappointment in British democracy "The man who did all that has been ousted with his party by the senseless vote of Mobocracy". The other letter written in 1953 he expresses his genuine delight in Churchill's re-election. An interesting collection of correspondence sold together with an official envelope from the Prime Minister with a typed address to George Spencer-Churchill postmarked 6th May 1953.

A very unique memorabilia item. An original typescript of Churchill's answer to a Parliamentary question by Colonel Lyons on the supply of material and munitions by Britain to USSR on two pages, war-dated 10th May 1944. The typescript bears autographed revisions in Churchill's hand in red ink consisting of 27 words. A typescript answer to a possible supplementary question on the despatch of civil supplies accompanies the speech, as does a typescript "Statement for circulation in the official report in answer to Parliamentary question by Colonel Lyons" including a two page list of military supplies to the USSR (3 pages). Between August 1941 and the spring of 1945, approx. forty Arctic convoys, coded "PQ", made the long voyage from British ports to North Russia - Archangel and Murmansk. The decision by the British Government in August 1941 to send military supplies to her new ally, was as much for political reasons and to boost morale as to provide any really significant military assistance. Our typescript provides an impressive list of British military supplies to the Soviet Union (in part): " between 1 October 1941 and 31 March 1944 we have supplied (...) 5,031 tanks, (...) vehicles 4,020, 9,778 aircraft, (...) total value of (...) raw materials £28,115,000, (...) total value of foodstuffs supplied £7,223,000 (...)". The typescript was given by Churchill to Sir Peter Agnew, MP (1900-1990), who served in the Royal Navy. Agnew's copy of his letter of thanks to Churchill, also dated 10 May 1944, accompanies the typescript.

A typed 'Supplemental Agreement' to an existing book contract for 'A History of the English Speaking Peoples' amending the agreement, on parchment, covering one and one fifth of the folded document signed 'Winston L.S. Churchill', noted 'London, January 18th, 1957'. Churchill's signature is penned at the conclusion, partially covering the seal, and is witnessed by a solicitor. Bears embossed revenue stamp at head. Exceptionally fine condition. An extremely rare agreement between Churchill and his publisher covering one of his most important works.

A typed letter on Ministry of Munitions of War embossed note paper to Professor F. J. Cheshire. The letter was written whilst Churchill ran the department at the end of World War I. Dated Jan 1918, the letter reads: "My Dear Sir, I have had much pleasure in recommending to the Prime Minister that you should be appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire, and I am glad to learn that His Majesty had approved the recommendation. Pray accept my hearty congratulations on this recognition of your valuable service.". Signed neatly at the close. With two expected mailing folds and slight soiling, otherwise in excellent condition. Professor F. J. Cheshire retired in 1925 from the post of Director of the Technical Optics Department at Imperial College London, the post was eventually amalgamated with the Physics Department.

A good early vintage postcard size photograph by J. Russell & Sons depicting the youthful Churchill in formal gear, seated in a half length pose behind his desk. Signed across the lower white border in fountain pen ink. With one, very slight mark close to but not affecting the signature. Churchill's signatures are always in high demand.

Typed letter, on one page, measuring 8.5 x 11 inches, dated March 15, 1946. Letter to the president of Columbia University, Nicholas Murray Butler. The letter reads in full: "I have received your telegram, asking my wife, daughter and myself to dine with you at your home on March 17 or 18. This would be a great pleasure to us, but I regret that I do not feel I can add to the engagements to which I am already committed during my forthcoming short stay in New York. In this I hope you will excuse me. Thank you so much for the kindness of your invitation, which it is most agreeable to receive." Signed clearly at the close as 'yours sincerely, WInston S. Churchill. With expected intersecting mailing folds, one through middle initial of signature, punch and staple hole to top left, otherwise fine condition.

A limited edition (69/1000) British Sports and Sportsmen. Commerce and Industry, c. 1932, with frontispiece and ten photogravure plates, illustrations, with original red morocco gilt cover, joints and edges. Lightly rubbed caused by expectant wear. Signed 'Winston S. Churchill' on the title page in bold black pen ink.

Typed letter, on one page, measuring 8x10 inches, dated 6th September 1934. Letter addressed to Lt. Gen. Sir George MacMunn. The letter reads in full: "My dear General, many thanks for your letter and for your kind remarks about 'Marlborough'.I have only just returned from abroad and am shortly going on a cruise in the Mediterranean of which I stand in need. I fear therefore that I shall not be able to see the Nawabzada Muhammad Azin of Toru before at any rate the month of November. But pray express to him my sincere appreciation of his efforts." Signed clearly at the close as 'Sincerely yours, Winston S. Churchill'. The letters also contains a handwritten P.S. 'I was so glad to see your excellent letter in the Times'. With expected intersecting mailing folds, one through middle initial of signature, otherwise in fine condition.

A typed letter, 29th December 1949 to the Mayor of Westminster, reads in full: "Thank you for your letter of December 19 and invitation to your reception at Londonderry Houser next March. I much regret that if am unable to accept, owing to great pressure of affairs. I thank you nevertheless for your kindness in asking me., Yours sincerely. Winston ,Churchill". Clearly signed in black fountain pen ink. Item in very good condition, with a punch hole in top left corner and couple of pin holes. Very collectable piece.

A thank you letter from Sir Winston Churchill typed on Chartwell headed note paper. Dated November 25 1948 this typed letter is on 'Chartwell' headed paper, the country home of the Churchill family. In the letter Churchill thanks Mr Willy Sax for a 'beautiful box which will exactly suit my needs", "whether going abroad or painting in the studio. I am most grateful to you for your kindness". Churchill signs off with a clear signature to the centre of the page. Willy Sax was a paint manufacturer. Over a period of 18 years, Churchill corresponded with Sax about painting supplies and the technical aspects of painting materials. The letter has the usual archive folds associated with such pieces, however these are clear of the signature which is immaculate. A lovely memento of the Churchill era.

British Prime Minister 1940-45, 1951-55. Nobel Prize winner for Literature, 1953. Wartime signed 7 x 10'' photograph, a famous and engaging image of Churchill in a head and shoulders pose. Photograph by Walter Stoneman and bearing his credit stamp to the verso. Signed ('Winston S. Churchill') in fountain pen ink to the lower photographer's mount and dated Christmas 1942 in his hand. From the estate of Colonel Ernest 'Tex' Lee (1911-1965) Executive Officer and Aide de Camp to Dwight Eisenhower during World War II. Some silvering to the image but otherwise in good condition.

British Prime Minister 1940-45, 1951-55. Nobel Prize winner for Literature, 1953. An early signed postcard photograph showing the young Churchill seated in a half length pose behind his desk. He rests his clasped hands on the top of the desk upon which appear several papers and a fountain pen. Photograph by J. Russell & Sons. Signed ('Winston S. Churchill') in bold, dark fountain pen ink with his name alone to the lower white border. A crease appears in the lower right corner, only just affecting one letter of the signature, otherwise in good condition.

A cream 'Westminster' card (approx 4.5x3.5 in) signed in black fountain pen ink by Winston Churchill and in pencil by Clementine Churchill. With some spot staining which does not affect the signatures. The piece also includes an unknown printed signature.