1943 Cover LIFE WWII Bismark Victor General George C. Kenney Allied Air LF5

Please note that this is a cover only.

This is an original 1943 World War II black and white with a single color cover for the March issue of LIFE, featuring an image of 53 year-old commander of the Allied Air Forces in the Southwest Pacific and commander of the Fifth U. S. Air Force, Lieutenant General George C. Kenney, who aided in the war efforts to conquer the Battle of Bismarck Sea.

CONDITION

This 68+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. No natural defects. No tears. No water damage. Please note the blemish on Kenney's hat.

• Product Type: Original Cover; Black & White w/ Color
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 14 inches; 26 x 36 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Wartime, Military Leaders, Military Commanders, Uniform, Aviation

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