American admiral and diplomat (1875–1959) who served as Governor of Puerto Rico, Ambassador to France, and chief of staff to Presidents Roosevelt and Truman. Leahy was the first member of the U.S. military to achieve a five-star rank. Matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 photo of Leahy in uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to a famed lawyer and onetime president of the American Red Cross, “To Basil O’Connor, wth expressions of personal regard, William D. Leahy.” Double matted, to an overall size of 12 x 18. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.
