Anna Chennault's Copy of Way of a Fighter, Inscribed by Her Husband - NOT FOR SALE: DISPLAY ONLY

This is Anna Chennault's personal copy of "Way of a Fighter: The Memoirs of Claire Lee Chennault ", inscribed to her by her husband. The inscription is surprisingly personal for a retired USAF General: "To My Dearest Wife, with all of my love. Claire". This copy is well-worn. Anna, whose former name was Chen Xiangmei, became Chennault's second wife in 194A young Chinese journalist, Xiangmei met Chennault when she visited her sister, a United States Army nurse under his command in Kunming. Chennault's memoir was published in 1949 by George P. Putnam's Sons, and is an autobiographical account largely of his experience with the Flying Tigers (American Volunteer Group), as well as his post-war activities in China. Buried in Arlington National Cemetery, Chennault was promoted to Lieutenant General shortly before his death.

Circa 1949.

375 pages with black and white photographs; approximately 8-3/4" in height and 6" in width and 1-7/16" in thickness.

Cloth cover with gilt painted details, paper.

Glued binding.

Canton, China March 1949 and inscription to Chennault's wife (see above); G.P. PUTNAM'S SONS, NEW YORK.

This is from my private collection displayed here to share with others who have similar interests. IT IS NOT FOR SALE.

6 (Fine+): The book shows much wear and some staining inside.

This item is NOT available for sale.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.