PAUL VAN MARX MANNENRIEDSTR. 3 3074 MURI / BERN 9 January 80 Dear Mrs. Kennedy, Yesterday I watched the French television program on terrorism and saw our you explain the position of the wive [[sic]] of one of our officers held hostage in Tehran. I want to tell you how much I admired the dignity, courage and patriotism you showed during that very difficult question and answer period. My wife and daughter join me in wishing that your ordeal will soon come to a happy end. We also want you to know that we are proud that you, as the wife of a Foreign Service officer, were able to display the kind of courage and patience, which you displayed. Bravo! We shall think and pray for you and your family and for those of the others held by the ignorant and despicable persons responsible for holding your husband. Sincerely your Paul Van Marx