United States Army general (1898-1975) who commanded the force defending Bastogne, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge in World War II, most famous for his brief reply to a German surrender ultimatum: 'Nuts.' Vintage ballpoint signature, "A. C. McAuliffe, 'Nuts,'” on an off-white 3.75 x 1.25 slip, which is also signed by Lady Bird Johnson. In fine condition, with a small chip to the bottom edge.
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