X, Malcolm, 1925-1965 to Yvonne X (Munford)
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05508.271 Author/Creator: X, Malcolm, 1925-1965 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 June 1955 Pagination: 1 postcard Height: 8.8 cm, Width: 14 cm Order a Copy
Malcolm X writes to another member of the Nation of Islam: "As Salaam Alaikum: Always remember that fasting and prayer to Allah brings all our desires to past [sic]. Islam is the reward that brings about all other rewards. Hold fast to it. Your whole family is blessed." Written on the back of an American Airlines postcard.
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