Lot 4362
MacArthur, Douglas (1880-1964) American general and Allied Supreme Commander in the Pacific in World War II; accepted the surrender of Japan and was later dismissed by Truman for advocating an invasion of China. Book Signed, "Best wishes! Douglas MacArthur" on the title page, being Revitalizing A Nation (Chicago: The Heritage Foundation, 1952), 196 pages of text plus 24 pages of photos. Containing the beliefs and opinions of MacArthur, with an introduction by Norman Vincent Peale. A paste-in on a front end page indicates that the book was a gift from the National Association of Manufacturers when MacArthur spoke to them December 5, 1952 at the Waldorf Astoria in New York. The book comes from an elderly vet of the Pacific Wars who attended the dinner. Edges of dust jacket are torn; interior is intact and tight.
Estimated Value $300 - 500.
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