Lot 249
MacArthur, General Douglas. Addressed to General D. MacArthur / 90 Church St. Room 1303 / New York, NY. (1880- 1964) US General, became commanding general of the US armed forces in the Far East in 1941, accepting Japan's surrender and commanding its occupation. Went on to lead the UN forces in the war against Korea but was relieved of command by President Truman when he advocated pressing the war against China.
Commemorative First Day Cover Signed 3 x 5", West Virginia, Post-marked January 26, 1959. 80th Birthday Edition signed in black ink above his portrait in the upper left. Fine.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
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