Francis "Gabby" Gabreski Signed Stan Stokes "Bridge Busting Jugs" Lithograph Framed WWII 56th FG Ace 34.5 V (PSA)

"**Auction Description**

Presented is an exceptional **hand-signed limited edition print titled ""Bridge Busting Jugs""**—an evocative aviation artwork capturing the heroic efforts of America’s top fighter aces during World War II. This print is **personally hand signed by legendary WWII Ace Francis ""Gabby"" Gabreski** and **renowned aviation artist Stan Stokes**. The item comes **authenticated by PSA/DNA** and is accompanied by their **Certificate of Authenticity**, ensuring its historical and collectible value.

### About Francis “Gabby” Gabreski:

Colonel **Francis Stanley “Gabby” Gabreski** (1919–2002) was one of the most celebrated American fighter aces of World War II and the Korean War. During WWII, Gabreski flew with the **56th Fighter Group** in the European Theater, piloting the P-47 Thunderbolt. He achieved **28 confirmed aerial victories**, making him the top American ace in the European Theater. Gabreski later added Korean War victories in the F-86 Sabre, further cementing his legacy as one of only a few pilots to become an ace in two wars.

### About the 56th Fighter Group:

Known as **“Zemke’s Wolfpack”**, the **56th Fighter Group** was among the most elite fighter units of the U.S. Army Air Forces during WWII. Flying the rugged and heavily armed P-47 Thunderbolt, the group was instrumental in escorting bombers and engaging Luftwaffe fighters over Europe. The 56th produced **more aces and aerial victories than any other Eighth Air Force fighter group**, playing a critical role in achieving air superiority over Nazi-occupied territories.

### About Artist Stan Stokes:

**Stan Stokes** is an internationally acclaimed aviation and military artist whose works are displayed in the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, NASA facilities, and the Pentagon. With a career spanning over four decades, Stokes is celebrated for his historically accurate and emotionally powerful depictions of aircraft and combat scenes. His collaborations with veteran aviators bring unmatched authenticity and reverence to his limited edition prints.

### Item Features:

* **Title**: *""Bridge Busting Jugs""*

* **Signatures**: Hand signed by **Col. Francis “Gabby” Gabreski** and **artist Stan Stokes**

* **Authentication**: Comes with **PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity**

* **Condition**: Excellent; print is clean, sharp, and ideal for framing

This signed print pays tribute to the courageous missions flown by the 56th Fighter Group and stands as a lasting testament to the valor of America's greatest airmen. A perfect centerpiece for collectors of WWII aviation history, signed artwork, or those honoring the legacy of the U.S. Army Air Forces."

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