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Carlos P. Garcia autographed 4 x 5.5” black-and-white portrait photograph inscribed to American collectors Mr. and Mrs. Donald Currier. Accompanied by a typed letter dated July 16, 1958, from Malacañang Palace in Manila signed by Presidential Private Secretary Noli Reyes, stating that President Garcia requested the enclosed signed photograph be sent in reply to the Curriers’ autograph request. Also included is the original postmarked “Via Air Mail” mailing envelope from Manila bearing Philippine postage stamps and official markings.

Fine condition.

Carlos P. Garcia (1896–1971) served as the eighth President of the Philippines from 1957 to 1961 following the death of President Ramon Magsaysay. A lawyer, poet, and statesman, Garcia is best remembered for his nationalist “Filipino First” economic policy, which emphasized promoting Filipino-owned businesses and reducing foreign economic dependence. His administration played an important role in shaping postwar Philippine political and economic policy during the Cold War era. Signed material from Garcia, particularly complete presentation groups with original correspondence and mailing envelopes, remains desirable among collectors of world leaders and political history.

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Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc.

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