Vintage glossy 5 x 6.5 promo photo of Babe Ruth taking a mighty swing for the New York Yankees, nicely signed and inscribed in fountain pen, "To My Little Pal Mike Sainsbury, From Babe Ruth, 1947.” The lower border is imprinted, "Consultant, Ford Motor Company, American Legion Junior Baseball." In very good condition, with overall creasing, and some tiny tears in the borders. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA.
In his retirement, Ruth traveled the country doing promotional work for American Legion Baseball on behalf of the Ford Motor Company, which sponsored tournaments for the amateur league; many Ford dealers also supported the cause, supplying uniforms to their local teams. A desirable autographed photo from the 'Sultan of Swat.'
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