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Lot #250
World War II

The great leaders of the second World War

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Estimate: $2500+
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The great leaders of the second World War

Collection of approximately 200 items signed by notable military figures from World War II, comprised mostly of signed cards, covers, and letters, with highlights as follows (some names featured more than once): Hap Arnold, Omar Bradley, Mark W. Clark, Jimmy Doolittle, Ira C. Eaker, William Halsey Jr., Ernest King, William D. Leahy, Curtis LeMay, Douglas MacArthur, Anthony McAuliffe, Montgomery of Alamein, Mountbatten of Burma, George C. Marshall, Chester Nimitz, John J. Pershing, Carl Spaatz, Joseph Stilwell, Jonathan M. Wainwright, and Frank Whittle. The majority of signatures are accompanied by their original transmittal letters and mailing envelopes. The collection is housed within a set of four three-ring binders. In overall fine condition. An imposing collection of military brass.

A video of 95% of the collection is online. Due to the large quantity several secretarial and/or printed signatures may be included. Interested parties are encouraged to view the video as this collection is sold as is and no returns will be accepted. From the James A. Bowman Collection.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #583 - Ended May 13, 2020