Lot 1082
Vidkyn Quisling (1887-1945), Norwegian fascist who, in 1940, when Germany invaded Norway, was supposed to be installed as the leader of a new puppet government; but before arrangements could be finalized, he went on the radio to declare himself Premier and countermanded troop mobilization orders. His premiership did not last, as the King, who had escaped to London, refused to recognize the Quisling government and without the support of his countrymen, Quisling was of little use to the Nazis. After the war, Quisling was convicted of treason and executed by firing squad. The name "Quisling" has become synonymous with "traitor".
Typed Letter Signed, 10 Feb 1939, on the letterhead of his pro-Hitler Nasjonal Samling Party, to a Mrs. Dora Bull, appointing her to the Party's executive body; small edge tears, light tape stain at upper right, Fine.
Estimate 300 - 400
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