WWII P-51 Aces Multi Signed 8x10 Photograph x8 WWII Aces (PSA)

**Hand Signed 8x10 Photograph by Eight WWII American Fighter Aces — Encapsulated by PSA/DNA**

Presented for auction is a **rare 8x10 black-and-white photograph** **hand signed in permanent marker** by **eight distinguished American Fighter Aces of World War II**, each of whom flew the legendary **P-51 Mustang** in the European and Pacific Theaters:

- **Robert Goebel** – 15 aerial victories, 31st Fighter Group

- **Walter Goehausen** – 6 aerial victories, 355th Fighter Group

- **James Brooks** – 13.5 aerial victories, 31st Fighter Group

- **Sanford “Sandy” McCorkle** – 6 aerial victories, 52nd Fighter Group

- **Richard Dunkin** – 5 aerial victories, 357th Fighter Group

- **Arthur Fiedler** – 5 aerial victories, 332nd Fighter Group (Tuskegee Airmen)

- **Robert Barkey** – 6 aerial victories, 361st Fighter Group

- **Herschel Green** – 18 aerial victories, 15th Air Force, top P-51 ace in the Mediterranean

This exceptional photograph is **encapsulated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**, preserving the provenance and authenticity of these historic autographs.

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### **Biographies of Signers**

Each of these veterans earned the title of **Fighter Ace** by achieving five or more confirmed aerial victories. Their contributions spanned escort missions, bomber defense, and dogfights against some of the most formidable Luftwaffe and Imperial Japanese Navy pilots of the war.

- **Goebel**, **Brooks**, and **Green** were among the top-scoring pilots in the Mediterranean Theater.

- **McCorkle**, **Dunkin**, and **Goehausen** served valiantly in Europe, ensuring the success of strategic bombing campaigns.

- **Fiedler** represented the Tuskegee Airmen, the first African-American military aviators, whose excellence under fire helped desegregate the U.S. Armed Forces.

- **Barkey**, of the 361st, flew dozens of combat missions in support of Operation Overlord and beyond.

Together, they represent **over 75 aerial victories**, a testament to their courage, precision, and leadership during the most consequential air war in history.

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### **The Significance of the P-51 Mustang in WWII**

The **North American P-51 Mustang** was a game-changer in the air war over Europe. With its long-range capability, speed, and maneuverability, the P-51 provided vital bomber escort deep into German territory—revolutionizing strategic air operations and significantly reducing American bomber losses.

In the Pacific and Mediterranean Theaters, the P-51 proved equally vital, engaging in dogfights and ground attack missions. Its iconic design and combat effectiveness earned it a permanent place in aviation history and the admiration of every pilot who flew it.

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### **Item Details**

- **Photograph Size**: 8" x 10"

- **Autographs**: Robert Goebel, Walter Goehausen, James Brooks, Sanford McCorkle, Richard Dunkin, Arthur Fiedler, Robert Barkey, and Herschel Green

- **Medium**: Signed in permanent marker

- **Authentication**: **Encapsulated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**

- **Condition**: Photograph and autographs are exceptionally preserved in PSA/DNA’s secure holder

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This extraordinary grouping of **eight American Fighter Aces** on a single piece offers an unparalleled opportunity for collectors of WWII aviation history and military autographs. A true testament to the valor and excellence of the **P-51 Mustang pilots** who helped secure Allied victory.

A portion of the sale of this auction will be donated to the General James. H Doolittle Scholarship Fund. The General James H. Doolittle Scholarship Fund was founded to assist college students by awarding one scholarship annually in the maximum amount of $5,000 to a deserving student who is pursuing a baccalaureate or advanced degree in aeronautical engineering or an aerospace science. Students are selected based on their scholastic achievement, school and community participation, demonstrated leadership potential and financial need. More information can be found at the Doolittle Scholarship Funds’ website.

The autograph(s) has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA Encapsulated

Due to the uniqueness of each item, please refer to the photos provided in this auction. We offer high resolution images of each item rather than a written description of condition.

This item is being shipped from the Pristine Auction warehouse.