Description
The limited edition of “The Little Beavers at the Battle of Cape St. George,” signed by Admiral Arleigh Burke and the artist, R.G. Smith.
This work is framed, with a blue and gray matte border. Measures 31″ x 25.5″. Paperwork affixed to the rear panel. Printed on Mohawk Superfine Cover (#80 High Finish) by York Graphic Services, Inc.
From a limited edition of 750 copies, plus 50 artist’s proofs, this being number 277. This work is signed by Admiral Arleigh Burke and the artist, R.G. Smith.
At the Battle of Cape St. George on November 25, 1943, Arleigh Burke commanded Destroyer Squadron 23 in an engagement against Japanese destroyers conducting a troop evacuation from Buka Island. Guided by radar, Burke’s five destroyers intercepted the enemy force, sinking three Japanese ships without loss to his own. The action demonstrated effective U.S. destroyer tactics in night combat and marked an important success in the Solomon Islands campaign.
