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DOUGLAS MACARTHUR
(1880 - 1964) American general and Allied Supreme Commander in the Pacific in World War II, accepted the surrender of Japan and was later dismissed by Truman for advocating an invasion of China. Very rare letter of condolence sent to a mother who had lost her son in service to his country, "General Headquarters" letterhead, [Tokyo], 1p. 4to., Jan. 10, 1946. In part: "You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your son, Second Lieutenant Robert L. Spencer. His loyalty and devotion to duty reflected the highest credit to himself and to our beloved country...". Very good. Interestingly, MacArthur's signature bears no rank.

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December 8, 2015 10:30 AM EST
Chesapeake City, MD, US

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