1922 Rotogravure National Victory Memorial DC Arlington Cemetery Admiral Peary

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of the Secretary of the Navy, Denby, making an address at the Arlington Cemetery on April 6, 1922 to unveil a memorial to Robert Peary, the American explorer who claimed to reach the North Pole. The bottom image shows a cornerstone of the National Victory Memorial Building being laid. The caption writes, Cornerstone of National Victory Memorial Building being laid at the corner of Sixth and B Streets, N. W., Washington, D. C., Nov. 14, 1921. The president, Secretary Weeks, and General Pershing took part in the ceremonies, the greater part of which were held in the National Museum." CONDITIONThis 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse. Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia Grade: Very Fine ++ Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 15.25 inches; 25 x 39 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenti