AWWII P-51 Aces Multi Signed Robert Bailey "Home at Dusk" Presentation Copy Lithograph Signed by (4x) WWII P-51 Pilots (AIV)

Hand Signed Robert Bailey Lithograph Titled ""Home at Dusk"" — Signed by WWII P-51 Mustang Aces Robert Goebel, C.E. “Bud” Anderson, Walker “Bud” Mahurin, Herschel Green, Jim Brooks & Artist Robert Bailey — Presentation Copy from the Estate of Gen. Bud Anderson — AI-Verified Certificate of Authenticity

Offered here is a rare and historically significant unframed lithograph titled ""Home at Dusk"" by celebrated aviation artist Robert Bailey, hand signed in pencil by five distinguished American WWII P-51 Mustang fighter aces:

Robert Goebel, C.E. “Bud” Anderson, Walker “Bud” Mahurin, Herschel Green, and Jim Brooks — as well as by the artist Robert Bailey.

This particular print is uniquely hand-numbered “Presentation Copy”, denoting its special designation as a personal gift to Brigadier General C.E. “Bud” Anderson, and originates directly from his personal estate.

About the Signers

Brigadier General C.E. “Bud” Anderson was a triple ace of the 357th Fighter Group with 16 ¼ aerial victories, flying the famed Old Crow. He remained an influential figure in U.S. Air Force history and was revered as the last living triple ace of WWII.

Robert Goebel, credited with 11 aerial victories, flew the P-51 Mustang in the Mediterranean Theater as a member of the 31st Fighter Group and later became a published author and military historian.

Walker “Bud” Mahurin, a rare two-theater ace, earned 20½ victories across both the European and Pacific Theaters, serving in the 56th Fighter Group and later in Korea and Vietnam.

Herschel Green, a top ace in the 15th Air Force with 18 confirmed kills, was among the most decorated P-51 pilots in the Mediterranean.

Jim Brooks, of the 31st Fighter Group, achieved 13 aerial victories and played a vital role in achieving air superiority over Europe.

Robert Bailey is one of the most respected contemporary aviation artists, widely known for capturing dramatic moments of air combat with remarkable accuracy and artistic depth.

Significance of the P-51 Mustang in WWII

The P-51 Mustang is widely regarded as the finest Allied fighter of WWII. Designed for long-range bomber escort missions, the Mustang revolutionized the air war in Europe by allowing U.S. bombers to strike deep into enemy territory with fighter protection all the way to the target and back. With its speed, maneuverability, and deadly firepower, the P-51 helped ensure Allied air supremacy.

Lithograph Details

Title: Home at Dusk

Artist: Robert Bailey

Edition: Presentation Copy (Not commercially numbered — gifted to Gen. Anderson)

Signatures: Hand signed in pencil by:

Robert Goebel

C.E. “Bud” Anderson

Walker “Bud” Mahurin

Herschel Green

Jim Brooks

Robert Bailey

Authentication: Accompanied by AI-Verified Certificate of Authenticity

Condition: Excellent; unframed and carefully preserved

This presentation lithograph offers an extraordinary opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind artifact connected directly to one of the most legendary fighter aces in American history. A rare and meaningful addition to any serious WWII or aviation art collection.

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 lot / autograph(s) includes an official Authentication Integrity Verified (AIV) hologram and matching COA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: AIV COA

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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