Charles MacDonald Signed Cut Signature (PSA) WWII P-38 Ace

Presented is a scarce hand-signed cut signature of Brigadier General Charles H. “Mac” MacDonald (1914–2002), executed in pencil. The autograph has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, ensuring both verification and long-term preservation.

Charles MacDonald was one of the United States Army Air Forces’ leading fighter aces of World War II and a highly decorated combat leader. Assigned to the 475th Fighter Group, “Satan’s Angels,” in the Southwest Pacific Theater, MacDonald flew the formidable P-38 Lightning and became renowned for his exceptional skill and leadership in aerial combat.

Over the course of the war, MacDonald achieved 27 aerial victories, making him the third-highest-scoring American ace in the Pacific Theater. He commanded the famed 475th Fighter Group and was credited with developing effective long-range fighter tactics that helped secure air superiority over New Guinea, the Philippines, and beyond.

His decorations include the Distinguished Service Cross, Silver Star, Distinguished Flying Cross, and Air Medal, among many others. Following the war, MacDonald continued a distinguished career in the U.S. Air Force, contributing to the development of jet aircraft and modern air combat doctrine.

This authenticated and encapsulated cut signature represents a rare opportunity to acquire the autograph of a P-38 Lightning ace and one of America’s most accomplished fighter commanders of World War II.

Signer: Brigadier General Charles H. “Mac” MacDonald (1914–2002), WWII P-38 Lightning Ace

Medium: Hand-signed in pencil on cut signature

Authentication: PSA/DNA, authenticated and encapsulated

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.

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