David McCampbell Signed "Minsi III" Nose Art Display (JSA) WWII US Navy F6F Hellcat Ace

"**Hand-Signed ""Minsi III"" Nose Art Display by WWII Navy Ace David McCampbell — JSA Authenticated, Shadow Box Framed**

Offered for auction is an exceptional **11"" x 14"" shadow box framed display** featuring a vivid recreation of the **“Minsi III”** nose art and a **cut signature hand signed by World War II U.S. Navy Ace Captain David McCampbell**. This impressive presentation commemorates one of America’s most celebrated aviators and his iconic F6F Hellcat fighter aircraft.

The hand-signed cut signature by Captain McCampbell is affixed within the display and has been **authenticated by James Spence Authentication (JSA)**. The **JSA certification sticker** is securely affixed to the reverse of the signed piece, and the item comes with a matching **JSA Certificate of Authenticity**.

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### **About David McCampbell**

**Captain David McCampbell (1910–1996)** was the U.S. Navy's **all-time leading fighter ace** and one of the most decorated naval aviators in American history. As commander of **Air Group 15 (""The Fabled Fifteen"")** aboard the USS Essex, McCampbell flew the **Grumman F6F Hellcat**, achieving an astonishing **34 confirmed aerial victories** in the Pacific Theater during WWII.

He is best known for his heroic actions on **October 24, 1944**, during the **Battle of Leyte Gulf**, where he single-handedly engaged over 20 Japanese aircraft, shooting down **nine enemy planes** in a single mission—**a Navy record that stands to this day**.

For his extraordinary courage and skill, McCampbell was awarded the **Medal of Honor**, the **Navy Cross**, and the **Distinguished Flying Cross**, among many other accolades. His aircraft, the **""Minsi III""**, became an icon of naval aviation excellence and is remembered as one of the most successful fighter planes of the war under his command.

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### **Item Features**

- **Item**: ""Minsi III"" Nose Art Display

- **Signature**: Hand-signed cut signature by David McCampbell

- **Presentation**: Professionally mounted in a **shadow box frame (11"" x 14"")**

- **Artwork**: Features custom reproduction of the **“Minsi III”** nose art

- **Authentication**: **James Spence Authentication (JSA)** certified

- **COA**: Includes JSA Certificate of Authenticity

- **Sticker**: JSA certification sticker affixed to the reverse of the signature

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This stunning tribute to one of America’s greatest fighter aces offers both historical significance and visual appeal. A perfect centerpiece for military history enthusiasts, aviation collectors, and patriotic displays honoring the legacy of **U.S. Navy aviation in WWII**."

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.

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.

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