Description: This auction is for the following Colonel Herschel "Herky" Green autograph that has been matted with an unsigned in-uniform 5x7 inch photograph: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE If you are not familiar with Colonel Herschel Green accomplishments during World War II please read his Distinguished Service Cross Citation:The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Major (Air Corps) Herschel Harper Green (ASN: 0-659696), United States Army Air Forces, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Pilot of a P-51 Fighter Airplane in the 317th Fighter Squadron, 325th Fighter Group, FIFTEENTH Air Force, in action over on 21 August 1944. Arriving over the target area prior to the heavy bombers, the fighter group led by Major Green conducted a highly successful fighter sweep. Although the assigned mission was completed when the bombers withdrew from the target, Major Green having observed over sixty enemy aircraft on the airdrome prior to the bomb run, continued circling, for despite the devastation inflicted on the airdrome only three enemy aircraft fires were visible. Fully cognizant of the extreme danger of a low-level attack on an active enemy installation, Major Green carefully planned, then skillfully initiated a daring low-level trial attack through smoke, dust and potential ground fire. The supreme risk, instituted by gallant action, proved that the limited visibility rendered ground weapons' fire ineffective. Thereupon, Major Green courageously led ten P-51s on six successive strafing attacks, and so successfully covered the entire area that thirty-seven enemy aircraft were severely damaged or destroyed. Major Green's display of extreme valor, intrepid leadership, and unusual initiative reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States of America. THIS IS AN AUTHENTIC HAND AUTOGRAPHED CUT that was been matted with an unsigned in uniform 5x7 inch photograph perfect for framing. The black matt measures 8x10 inches. This is one of the last remaining autographs that I have available of him. I am close to being permanently sold out do not miss out on your chance to add this remarkable collectable to your collection. PLEASE NOTE this photograph was printed posted war. I ONLY SELL AUTHENTIC HAND AUTOGRAPHED MEMORABILIA. I do not sell reprints or facsimile autographs. When you bid on my items you get the real deal authentic hand autographed items. You will receive the same item that is pictured in the scan. If you have any questions feel free to e-mail me. I combine S&H when multiple items are purchased. I ship items internationally the price for international S&H varies by country. I currently have other rare autographed military and historical signed items available. Please take a look at my other auctions of rare military and historical autographed items.
Price: 112.5 USD
Location: Historical Treasures
End Time: 2024-12-14T02:26:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 12 USD
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