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ANDERSON, George W. (1907-92).

This U.S. Navy admiral was Chief of Naval Operations in charge of the U.S. blockade of Cuba during the Soviet missile crisis in 1962; denied appointment as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff because of friction with Secretary of Defense McNamara, he was named U.S. Ambassador to Portugal. TNS, 1p, 5 3/4" X 7 3/4", n.p., 1962 August 31. Addressed to Gerald L. Arnholt. Near fine. Single faint horizontal fold. On "Chief of Naval Operations" letterhead featuring a 4-star blue flag, the admiral complies with an autograph request. "I am honored that my signature will be added to such a distinguished collection." Bold full signature. Item #27398

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