Lot 1270
Nimitz, Chester W (1885-1966) Five star fleet admiral who was commander in chief of the U.S. Pacific fleet during World War II. Large black-and-white Photograph Inscribed and Signed, "To Jesse L. Lasky Jr - with best wishes and warm regards - C.W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral, US Navy," 11" x 14", n.d., n.p. This famous photograph shows Nimitz seated at a table on board the U.S.S. Missouri in Tokyo Bay, September 2, 1945, accepting the Japanese surrender. Rows of officers witness the historic signing. Light toning, with some breakage and creasing at top edge, creasing in right border, and a few tiny edge chips, most of which can be covered by matting and framing. Nimitz signed in rust-colored ink in the lower border. Jesse Lasky Jr was a captain in the Arm Signal Corps during World War II; he was also the son of movie pioneer Jesse Lasky, and would become a successful screenwriter of films such as The Ten Commandants and Samson and Delilah. A wonderful display item.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
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