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Eleanor Roosevelt

The First Lady christens the ‘America’ a luxury liner later converted to an important troop transport

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The First Lady christens the ‘America’ a luxury liner later converted to an important troop transport

Commemorative booklet, 8.5 x 6, for the christening of the ship America, on August 31, 1939, in Newport News, Virginia. Inside bears a color portrait of the ship, with the back cover giving the particular details of the vessel. Signed on the cover in fountain pen by Eleanor Roosevelt, and also signed by Emory Scott Land, John M. Franklin, and Basil Harris. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: October Monthly
  • Dates: #393 - Ended October 17, 2012