Desirable matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of MacArthur in uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Col. Rider, with cordial regard, Douglas MacArthur, Tokyo—1946.” Corner tip creases and inscription and signature light but legible, otherwise fine condition. After WWII, MacArthur’s headquarters were located in Tokyo, where he helped Japan to rebuild itself following the devastation of war; overseeing this redevelopment, MacArthur was effectively the interim leader of Japan from 1945 until 1948. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.
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