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[African American Actor, Ira Aldrich, Autograph]

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[African American Actor, Ira Aldrich, Autograph]

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Ira Frederick Aldridge. Cut fragment from letter, signed by Aldridge, laid down on 3.5" x 5" card with notes in pencil. **************************** Scarce signature of Ira Aldridge, considered the first notable African American actor. Aldridge (1807-1867) was an American actor who rose to prominence on the London stage, though he performed all over Europe and garnered the highest praise for his performances in Russia.

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[African American Actor, Ira Aldrich, Autograph]

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