Walker "Bud" Mahurin Signed Index Card (PSA) WWII 56th FG P-47 Ace 19.75 Victories

**Hand-Signed Index Card by WWII 56th Fighter Group Ace Walker "Bud" Mahurin – Encapsulated by PSA/DNA**

Offered is an authentic **hand-signed index card** by legendary World War II American fighter ace **Walker "Bud" Mahurin**, a pioneering aviator and highly decorated combat pilot. This rare and desirable autograph has been **encapsulated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**, preserving its authenticity and condition.

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### **Biography of Col. Walker "Bud" Mahurin (1918–2010)**

Colonel **Walker Melville "Bud" Mahurin** was one of America’s most celebrated fighter aces, serving with distinction in both **World War II** and the **Korean War**. Born in Michigan and a Purdue University graduate, Mahurin entered the U.S. Army Air Forces in 1941 and quickly rose to prominence as a fighter pilot.

Assigned to the **56th Fighter Group**—known as **Zemke’s Wolfpack**—Mahurin flew the **P-47 Thunderbolt** in the European Theater. He achieved his first aerial victory in 1943 and quickly built a reputation for skill and fearlessness in air combat. He became the **first U.S. Air Force ace in two separate theaters**, later adding kills while flying **P-51 Mustangs** in the Pacific and **F-86 Sabres** during the Korean War.

By the end of World War II, Mahurin had amassed **20.75 confirmed aerial victories**, including:

- **19.75 kills in the European Theater (56th Fighter Group)**

- **1 confirmed kill in the Pacific Theater**

- **3 additional kills in Korea**

Mahurin was shot down twice—once over France and once during the Korean War—and survived both ordeals. He was held as a POW in Korea for 16 months.

His decorations include:

- **Distinguished Service Cross**

- **Silver Star**

- **Distinguished Flying Cross** (multiple awards)

- **Air Medal**

- **Purple Heart**

Col. Mahurin retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1956, leaving behind a legacy of valor, innovation, and leadership in American air combat history.

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### **Item Features**

- **Signer**: Col. Walker "Bud" Mahurin

- **Role**: U.S. Army Air Forces & U.S. Air Force Fighter Ace

- **Unit**: 56th Fighter Group, 8th Air Force

- **Medium**: Hand-signed 3x5 index card

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

- **Condition**: Crisp, clean signature—professionally preserved

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This remarkable artifact pays tribute to one of the only aces to serve with distinction across three major conflicts. A compelling addition for collectors of WWII aviation, military history, or American heroism.

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

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