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PT–109: Rare FDC joint-signed by the Japanese destroyer commander and an Australian coastwatcher

Rare FDC joint-signed by the Japanese destroyer commander and an Australian coastwatcher

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Rare FDC joint-signed by the Japanese destroyer commander and an Australian coastwatcher

Commemorative FDC with a cachet honoring the christening of the USS John F. Kennedy aircraft carrier, signed on the front in black felt tip by Kohei Hanami, commander of the Japanese destroyer Amagiri that collided with PT–109, which at the time was carrying Ensign John F. Kennedy. In addition, the Australian coastwatcher, Arthur Evans, that rescued Kennedy and his crew, has also signed the FDC in blue ballpoint. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.

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