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General MacArthur Speech US Army Recruiting Poster - Item/Description: General Douglas MacArthur ”Duty, Honor And Country” speech on an US Army recruiting poster. Poster features General Douglas MacArthur’s legendary ”Duty, Honor, Country” address delivered to the West Point Corps of Cadets on May 12, 1962, when he accepted the Sylvanus Thayer Award. The layout features a portrait of the General paired with the full text of his poetic, patriotic oration on military service. Marked US Army Recruiting Station Bayonne, New Jersey 07002. Issued by the United States Army Recruiting Command during the height of the Cold War, this poster weaponized MacArthur's public stature and his focus on West Point's foundational motto to inspire young American men to enlist in the armed forces. (Vintage US Army Poster, Cold War Propaganda, Patriotic Ephemera) Material: Paper Dimensions: Length: 21”; Width: 14” Condition: Signs of age and wear include surface scratches, creasing, tears, discoloration, and loss. Age: c. 1964 Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $15 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. 666