admiral-william-halsey-signed-photograph
Lot 725
Admiral William Halsey Signed Photograph,
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
"To John Van Liedley / from your friend / W. F. Halsey," 8" x 10". Crease by right edge, else fine condition. "Bull" Halsey commanded the U. S. 3rd Fleet in the Pacific during World War II. Included with the image are the following: Banner, 27" x 46", navy blue with gold stitched letters reading, "Commander Carrier / Diu 5 / Radm. J. P. Whitney." A few small moth holes, fine condition. Admiral Whitney served as a captain under Halsey during the Battle of Leyte Gulf in October, 1944. This banner dates to the Korean War era. Vintage U.S. Naval Academy Pennant, 15" x 41.5".

$200 - 300