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1957 Press Photo Former Douglas MacArthur Home Is Jan Van Baal Home Hollandia

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This home was built by Seabees for the use of General Douglas MacArthur in 1944, and drew some criticism as being too sumptious. MacArthur used it for four days while planning his invasion of the Philippines. It has been moved to a new location at Hollandia, where it is used as the government house by Governor Jan Van Baal.

Photo is dated 1957.

Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches.
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