Lot 153
MacArthur, Douglas (1880-1964) Commanding General of U.S. Armed Forced in the Far East during World War II. In 1945, as Supreme Commander of the Allied Powers, he accepted the formal surrender of the Japanese on board the battleship Missouri, and was in charge of the Occupation of Japan. As Supreme Commander of United Nations forces in Korea (1950-1951), he was dismissed by President Harry S Truman in April 1951 for public statements advocating extension of the war to Communist China.
Typed letter signed as General of the Army, 1p, 10½ x 8", New York, July 10, 1963. Eight months before his death, the 84-year-old general thanks Miss Rosalind Swain, a friend in Indianapolis, for her letter and "enclosures." He adds, "You are always so kind and generous in your references to me and I am truly grateful for your friendship and esteem." Boldly signed. Accompanied by a photo of the American officers present at the signing of the Japanese surrender on the U.S.S. Missouri.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
The Arden Family Holdings of Beverly Hills.
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