Autographs
Superb ANTHONY C. MCAULIFFE Signed Photograph "NUTS" U.S. Army Hero of the WWII Battle of the Bulge
GENERAL ANTHONY C. MCAULIFFE (July 2, 1898 - August 11, 1975). U.S. Army officer best known for his leadership during World War II. He is most famous for his role in the Battle of the Bulge, where, as acting Division Commander of the 101st Airborne Division, he famously responded "Nuts!" to a German surrender demand.
c. 1956, Superb crisp never folded Black & White Photograph Signed, "A C McAuliffe" in white ink across his chest, just above his hands, measuring 10" x 8", Choice Crisp Mint. With official Printed copyright and Department of the Army credits that appear in light blue on the blank reverse. A very choice item to own and display with a prominent 3.25" long signature -- by the World War II Commanding General who refused surrender to the Germans during the Battle of the Bulge famously stating "NUTS!" to the German's demand for the defending 101st Airborne troops during the Battle of Bastogne to surrender. Excellent for display,
General Anthony Clement McAuliffe (July 2, 1898 - August 11, 1975) was the U.S. Army general who commanded the defending 101st Airborne troops during the Battle of Bastogne, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. He is famous for his single-word reply to a German surrender ultimatum: "Nuts!" This terse reply became emblematic of American resolve and defiance during the war.