Explorer and physician (1865–1940) who claimed to have reached the North Pole a year before Peary. His claim was later rejected on grounds of insufficient evidence. Vintage ink signature, “Frederick A. Cook, Wheeling, W. Va., Jan. 24, ’12,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2.25 card. Mild toning and rippling, and mounting remnants to reverse from previous display in a scrapbook, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
