February 2015 Auction Ends Thursday, February 26th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/26/2015
Original ceremony card from the formal Japanese surrender ceremony on 2 September 1945. Card certifies the presence of Commodore Jasper T. Acuff, who was aboard the USS Missouri during the ceremony. Card interestingly bears the symbol of the Japanese empire, and features facsimile signatures of Captain Stuart S. Murray, General Douglas MacArthur, Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz and Admiral William F. Halsey. Lot also includes a copy of the Instrument of Surrender, possibly from the day, printed on glossy white paper. Card measures 3.75'' x 2.5''. Toning, otherwise near fine.
WWII Instrument of Surrender Ceremony Card -- From the Famous Ceremony Aboard The USS Missouri in 1945 -- Given to U.S. Commodore Jasper Acuff
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