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Lot #113
Iwo Jima: Franklin Sousley Signature

Estimate: $400+

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Description

United States Marine (1925–1945) who was killed in action during the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II, remembered as one of the six who raised the second U.S. flag on top of Mount Suribachi on February 23, 1945, as shown in Joe Rosenthal's iconic photograph. Vintage fountain pen signature, "Lots of love, Franklin,” on an off-white 5.75 x 2.25 slip. In fine condition, with light toning from prior display.

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