WWII Ace Gabby Gabreski Signed Print LE 500 56th FG P-47 Ace - 34.5 Victories (PSA)

"**Unframed Hand-Signed 19½"" x 25½"" Limited Edition Print by Keck’s Fine Art Depicting WWII Fighter Ace Francis “Gabby” Gabreski – Signed by Francis Gabreski and Artist J.G. Keck – PSA/DNA Authenticated with Letter of Authenticity**

Offered is an outstanding **unframed 19½"" x 25½"" limited edition fine art print** published by **Keck’s Fine Art**, featuring a powerful depiction of **Colonel Francis “Gabby” Gabreski**, one of the most celebrated American fighter aces of World War II. This historic print is **hand signed by both Francis “Gabby” Gabreski and acclaimed aviation artist J.G. Keck** and is one of only **500 prints** produced in this limited edition series. The piece comes **authenticated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services** and includes their official **Letter of Authenticity**.

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### **About Colonel Francis “Gabby” Gabreski (1919–2002)**

**Colonel Francis S. “Gabby” Gabreski** was among the most decorated American fighter pilots in history, achieving **34½ confirmed aerial victories**, including **28 kills in World War II** flying the **P-47 Thunderbolt** with the **56th Fighter Group**, and **6½ MiG kills in Korea** flying the **F-86 Sabre**.

A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Gabreski joined the **U.S. Army Air Forces** prior to America’s entry into WWII and was initially assigned to liaise with the British Royal Air Force. He quickly distinguished himself as a fearless and skilled pilot, becoming the **top American ace in the European Theater**. He later commanded the **56th Fighter Group**, also known as **Zemke’s Wolfpack**, and became a legend for both his combat record and leadership.

Gabreski’s military career spanned three wars—**WWII, Korea, and Vietnam**—and he retired as a **Colonel** in the **U.S. Air Force**, having earned honors including the **Distinguished Service Cross**, **Silver Star**, **Distinguished Flying Cross**, **Air Medal**, and **Legion of Merit**.

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### **About the Artwork**

This limited edition print by **J.G. Keck** pays tribute to Gabreski's legacy, capturing the striking presence of his **P-47 Thunderbolt** in combat over Europe. Keck’s vivid rendering and attention to detail highlight both the man and the machine that helped define American air superiority during the Second World War.

Each of the **500 prints** was **hand signed by Colonel Gabreski and the artist**, making this edition a rare and prized collectible for any enthusiast of WWII aviation and military history.

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### **Item Details**

- **Title**: WWII Ace Francis “Gabby” Gabreski (untitled artist print)

- **Dimensions**: 19½"" x 25½"" (unframed)

- **Edition**: Limited to 500 prints

- **Signatures**: Francis S. “Gabby” Gabreski (WWII Ace) and J.G. Keck (Artist)

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

- **Includes**: **PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity**

- **Condition**: Excellent – well-preserved, crisp autographs, suitable for professional framing

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This hand-signed limited edition artwork is a stunning tribute to **America’s top European ace**, **Col. Francis Gabreski**, and represents a significant piece of **aviation and military history**. A must-have for serious collectors of WWII memorabilia, **aviation art**, or those who revere the legacy of the **56th Fighter Group** and the legendary **Zemke’s Wolfpack**."

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) includes an official PSA/DNA hologram and matching LOA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA LOA

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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