Army officer and civil engineer (1858–1929) appointed by Theodore Roosevelt to oversee the construction of the Panama Canal. Vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 Underwood and Underwood portrait, signed in fountain pen in the lower border, “Geo. W. Goethals, New York, Jany 17/23.” Photo is accompanied by its original Underwood and Underwood presentation folder. In fine condition, with studio’s signature under image, and a small tear and creases to top left edge. RRAuction COA.
