Col. Donald Blakeslee WWII Ace Pilot 15.5 Vic Eagle Sq SIGNED CUT MATTED PHOTO for Sale

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Col. Donald Blakeslee WWII Ace Pilot 15.5 Vic Eagle Sq SIGNED CUT MATTED PHOTO For Sale

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Col. Donald Blakeslee WWII Ace Pilot 15.5 Vic Eagle Sq SIGNED CUT MATTED PHOTO:
$275.00

Upfor sale is the following autographed item that has been matted with anunsigned in-uniform 5x7 inch photograph:

BIO: Colonel Donald Blakeslee (Deceased) RARE WWII Ace Pilot 15.5 Victories he flew more combat missions against the Luftwaffe than any other American fighter pilot. Recipient of 2 Distinguished Service Crosses (2nd highest military decoration), 2 Silver Stars (3rd highest military decoration). Flew first with the RAF Eagle Squadron No. 133 flying Spitfire later transferred to the United States 355th Squadron of the 4th Fighter Group flying the P-51 Mustang. During the raid against Dieppe, France on August 18, 1942, Blakeslee shot down a further FW-190. Recipient of the following military decorations 2 Distinguished Service Cross, 2 Silver Stars, Legion of Merit, 7 Distinguished Flying Cross and 6 Air Medals.

Ifyou are not familiar with Colonel Blakeslee\'s accomplishments during WorldWar II please read his 1st Distinguished Service Cross Citation:

Donald J. M. Blakeslee (ASN: 0-885264), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Pilot of a P-51 Fighter Airplane in the 4th Fighter Group, EIGHTH Air Force, in aerial combat against enemy forces on 7 January 1944, in the European Theater of Operations. On this date Colonel Blakeslee shot down one enemy airplane. Colonel Blakeslee\'s unquestionable valor in aerial combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 8th Air Force, and the United States Army Air Forces.

Ifyou are not familiar with Colonel Blakeslee\'s accomplishments during WorldWar II please read his 2nd Distinguished Service Cross Citation:

Donald J. M. Blakeslee (ASN: 0-885264), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Pilot of a P-51 Fighter Airplane in the 4th Fighter Group, EIGHTH Air Force, in aerial combat against enemy forces during the period from 21 June 21 to 5 July 1944. Colonel Blakeslee\'s unquestionable valor in aerial combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 8th Air Force, and the United States Army Air Forces.

THISIS AN AUTHENTIC HAND AUTOGRAPHED CUT that was been matted with an unsigned inuniform 5x7 inch photograph perfect for framing. The black matt measures 8x10inches. This is one of the last remaining autographs that I have available ofhim. I am close to being permanently sold out do not miss out on your chance toadd this remarkable collectible to your collection. PLEASE NOTE this photographwas printed posted war.

IONLY SELL AUTHENTIC HAND AUTOGRAPHED MEMORABILIA. I do not sell reprints orfacsimile autographs. When you offer on my items you get the real deal authentichand autographed items. You will receive the same item that is pictured in thescan. If you have any questions feel free to e-mail me. I combine S&H whenmultiple items are purchased. I ship items internationally the price forinternational S&H varies by country. I currently have other rareautographed military and historical signed items available. Please take a lookat my other sales of rare military and historical autographed items.