Chuck Yeager & CE Bud Anderson Dual Signed "Pair of Aces" Lithograph (AIV) WWII 357th FG Aces

**“Pair of Aces” Hand Signed Lithograph by Mark Meriwether — Featuring Signatures of WWII P-51 Mustang Aces Brig. Gen. C.E. “Bud” Anderson & Brig. Gen. Chuck Yeager — Limited Edition #273/950 — From the Estate of C.E. “Bud” Anderson — AI-Verified Certificate of Authenticity**

Offered for auction is a remarkable **hand signed lithograph titled “Pair of Aces”** by acclaimed aviation artist **Mark Meriwether**, featuring the **original pencil signatures** of two of America’s most legendary World War II fighter aces—**Brigadier General C.E. “Bud” Anderson** and **Brigadier General Chuck Yeager**—along with the artist. This lithograph is **hand numbered 273 of only 950** produced and originates directly from the **personal estate of General Anderson**, enhancing its historical and collectible significance.

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### **Biographies of the Signers**

**Brig. Gen. C.E. “Bud” Anderson**

An iconic figure of the air war over Europe, Anderson served with the **357th Fighter Group, 8th Air Force**, achieving **16 ¼ aerial victories** in his famed **P-51 Mustang “Old Crow.”** As a **triple ace**, he completed 116 combat missions without ever being hit by enemy fire. Following WWII, he continued an illustrious career as a test pilot and Air Force officer, rising to the rank of **Brigadier General**, and was honored in 2022 with an honorary promotion by the U.S. Air Force.

**Brig. Gen. Chuck Yeager**

A household name in aviation history, Yeager flew with the **357th Fighter Group**, notching **11.5 aerial victories** in his P-51 “Glamorous Glen.” He gained worldwide fame on **October 14, 1947**, when he became the **first person to break the sound barrier** in the Bell X-1. His trailblazing career included decades as a test pilot, combat leader, and aviation innovator, leaving a lasting legacy on both military and civilian flight.

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### **About the P-51 Mustang in WWII**

The **North American P-51 Mustang** was arguably the most important fighter aircraft of World War II. With its range, speed, and agility, the P-51 gave the U.S. 8th Air Force the ability to **escort bombers deep into enemy territory**, dramatically reducing losses and turning the tide of the air war in Europe. Pilots like Anderson and Yeager embodied the plane’s lethal efficiency and legendary reputation.

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### **Lithograph Details**

- **Title**: *Pair of Aces*

- **Artist**: Mark Meriwether

- **Edition**: Limited Edition #273/950

- **Signatures**: Hand signed in pencil by **C.E. “Bud” Anderson**, **Chuck Yeager**, and **Mark Meriwether**

- **Authentication**: Comes with **AI-Verified Certificate of Authenticity**

- **Condition**: Excellent, suitable for framing

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This **limited edition lithograph** is a museum-quality tribute to two of the greatest American fighter pilots of all time. With **historical provenance and rare dual signatures**, it is an exceptional acquisition for collectors of World War II aviation history and military fine art.

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

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