Army officer who succeeded MacArthur as commander in chief of the Philippines division during WWII. Wainwright was captured by the Japanese while defending Corregidor and served as a prisoner of war for three years. He personally received the surrender of the local Japanese commander in the Philippines and was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor. Matte-finish 7.5 x 9.25 photo, signed 'J. M. Wainwright, General U.S.A.' in fountain pen. In fine condition with trimmed upper and lower borders, slight edge wear and nick to top border. RRAuction COA.
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