British field marshal who successfully commanded Allied forces at the Battle of El Alamein, a major turning point in the Western Desert Campaign during World War II. After the war, Montgomery was created 1st Viscount Montgomery of Alamein in 1946. Vintage pearl-finish 11 x 14 Cunard White Star Line photo of Montgomery in his signature beret, signed in blue fountain pen, “Montgomery of Alamein.” In very good condition, with tears to right and upper edges, corner creasing, and a few spots of staining to center of image. RRAuction COA.
