1939 Cover LIFE French General Marie Gustave Gamelin Portrait Military WWII LF5

Please note that this is a cover only.

This is an original 1939 World War II two-color cover for the February issue of LIFE, featuring an image of French military officer General Marie Gustave Gamelin, who is, not only the Chief of the French Army General Staff, but also the vice president of Superior Council of War and the Chief of Staff for National Defense. Photography courtesy of Margaret Bourke-White.

CONDITION

This 72+ year old Item is rated Near Mint. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Cover; Two Color
• Grade: Near Mint
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 13.75 inches; 26 x 35 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: Military Officals, WWII, Wartime, Military Leaders

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