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Japanese Surrender Teletype

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Japanese Surrender Teletype
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Undated teletype of General Douglas MacArthur's instructions to the Japanese Emperor in connection with the WWII Japanese surrender. With specifics on the method of travel for representatives being sent to Manila, it reads in part: ''The Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers hereby directs the immediate cessation of hostilities by Japanese Forces…further directs the Japanese…to send to his headquarters at Manila Philippine Islands a competent representativs [sic]''. Lengthy document measures 8.5'' x 26.25''. Near fine.