Lot #320

World War I Generals Signed Photograph

Description

Magnificent display signed by the five Allied victors of World War I

Historic vintage matte-finish 11.25 x 9.75 photo of five Allied military leaders of World War I—Gen. Baron Jacques of Belgium, Gen. Armando Diaz of Italy, Marshal Ferdinand Foch of France, Gen. John J. Pershing of the United States, and Sir Admiral Earl David Beatty of Great Britain—attending the Liberty Memorial dedication ceremony in Kansas City on November 1, 1921, signed in the lower border in fountain pen by all five. Displayed in its original heavy bronze-and-wood plaque, 21 x 19, with legend below: "American Legion Convention, Kansas City, Missouri, November 1, 1921." In fine condition, with minor dampstaining to the mat. A magnificent piece signed by the five victors of 'the war to end all wars.'

Auction Info

• Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts
• Dates: #639 - Ended July 13, 2022

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