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Lot #594
Tomoyuki Yamashita

Philippine bank note signed by the ‘Tiger of Malaya’

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Philippine bank note signed by the ‘Tiger of Malaya’

Japanese general. He commanded during the unsuccessful defense of the Philippines against the invading Allies under Douglas MacArthur. In Sept. 1945, he surrendered. He went on trial before a military commission in Manila for atrocities committed by soldiers under his command. He was found guilty and hanged. Philippine one peso bank note, 6.25 x 2.5, Victory issue, boldly signed in Japanese and English on the Victory side by Yamashita. Victory side also bears signatures of two of his aides. Consignor notes signature was obtained by a nurse who cared for Yamashita during his captivity. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #283 - Ended March 17, 2004