American general and Medal of Honor recipient, who was Supreme Commander of Allied forces in the Southwest Pacific Area during World War II. He led the defense of Australia, and the recapture of New Guinea, the Philippines and Borneo. He was poised to invade Japan in November 1945 but instead accepted their surrender on September 2, 1945. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders portrait photo of MacArthur staring intently ahead, signed in fountain pen, “Douglas MacArthur.” In fine condition, with two tack holes to corners and a trivial spot to right border. R&R COA.
