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Lot 262: Harry S. Truman Signed Document

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Lot  262: Harry S. Truman Signed Document
<b>Autographs</b><hr><b>'Harry S. Truman' Signed Citation for the Legion of Merit</b>

<b>HARRY S. TRUMAN.</b>
Partly-printed Document Signed 'Harry S. Truman' as President and Commander-In-Chief, August 4, 1945, Washington, 10' x 12', Extremely Fine. Bestowing the 'Legion of Merit/ Degree of Officer/ To/ Wing Commander John H. Weaver, Royal Air Force/ For Extraordinary Fidelity and Exceptionally Meritorious Conduct In The Performance Of Outstanding Service.' Countersigned by Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson. The colorful burgundy, gold, green and blue seal and burgundy banner are embossed at the top, and the embossed War Office seal is at bottom center. Light toning only. A photocopy of the citation is included, listing the reasons for the award. Weaver served as 'Chief of the Photo Reconnaissance Section, Allied Expeditionary Air Force, (and) coordinated the Photo Reconnaissance of the United States Ninth and Second Tactical Air Forces with other similar units, prior to and during the invasion of the Continent...' Ideal for display.