Two Exceptional Heroes of WWII: General Douglas MacArthur and Bombardier, Prisoner of War and Olympic Runner Louis Zamperini. Two outstanding framed presentations of particular WWII and post war Philippines interest.1.) General Douglas MacArthur (1880-1964) autographed postal cover dated 1948 Philippines. COA by Charles Bird (very slight smear)2.) 1947 Philippines 1 peso commemorative issue silver coin3.) 1947 Philippines 50 centavo silver coin4.) Six Cent US postal stampLouis Zamperini (1917-2014) Olympic Runner in 1936 Olympics, Japanese POW at four different locations over 2.5 years tortured and beaten Released and suffered for years with PTSD and acoholism. Later found redemption in becoming a devout Christian and career as an evangelist.1.) Signed photo of Louis Zamperini atop a B-18 Bomber in his starting position as a runner executed in fine point black pen.2.) Note signed to Chuck Bird, noted manuscript dealer, dated 2/16/11 "Thank you for the birthday greeting. The first good thing that happened to me was scouting. Sincerely Louis Zamperini" on USA Olympic Alumni embossed note card.MacArthur presentation is 38 x 22" Zamperini presentation 22 x 22 and quite deluxe. Estimated Value $600 - 1,000
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