One. An original copy of the book Eighth Army El Alamein to the River Sangro by Field Marshall Montgomery of Alamein, published 'For Private Circulation in the British Army of the Rhine'. Personally signed, 'To: R.A. Wyman with my best wishes, Montgomery of Alamein, Field Marshall, Berlin 26-2-46'. Book includes a personalized printed bookplate, which states that this book is presented to Brigadier R.A. Wyman, C.B.E. D.S.O., E.D. by Field Marshall the Viscount Montgomery of Alamein, G.C.B., D.S.O., noting that the presentation has been made to Canada for furtherance to him. Book includes its original, faded and slightly damaged dust jacket. It has experienced some damage and chipping to the spine at top and bottom, but is generally sound. Brigadier Robert Andrew Wyman was born in 1904 and commanded the 1st Canadian Armoured Brigade in Sicily and Italy, as well as acting as Brigadier, Royal Artillery for First Canadian Army in the UK before going on to command the 2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade from 15 Apr 1944 - 8 Aug 1944. An exceedingly rare personally autographed presentation copy of this book, which belonged to a prominent division commander in the Canadian Army. Good VF Condition $750 |