Description: A tribute to one of the most iconic fighter units of WWII THE FIGHTING RED TAILSBy Robert TaylorWith their distinctive red tails, P-51 Mustangs of the 332nd Fighter Group – the famed Tuskegee Airmen, climb to operational height as B17 Fortresses from the 483rd Bomb Group manoeuvre into formation at the start of another long and dangerous mission over Germany, Oct 1944.A welcome sight for the Fortress crews, the renowned all-black Tuskegee pilots were credited for never losing an escorted bomber to enemy aircraft. Aviation art master Robert Taylor pays tribute to the Tuskegee Fighter Pilots in this stunning portrait of one of the most famous fighter units of WWII.THE SIGNATURES Along with artist Robert Taylor each print is personally signed by three Tuskegee Fighter Pilots that flew with the 332nd Fighter Group during WWII and two crew members of the 483rd Bomb Group, who were regularly escorted by the unit.Brigadier General CHARLES McGEE - Tuskegee Fighter Pilot Lieutenant Colonel WILLIAM HOLLOMAN- Tuskegee Fighter Pilot Second Lieutenant LOWELL STEWARD- Tuskegee Fighter Pilot First Lieutenant ARTHUR SHERMAN - B-17 Pilot Staff Sergeant LEON WALDMAN - B-17 NavigatorThis print represent a unique opportunity for WWII history enthusiasts and autograph collectors alike to acquire a stunning collectors item, paying tribute to one of the most iconic fighter groups of all time. THIS PIECE CAN ALSO BE SUPPLIED FRAMED & SHIPPED– please contact us for details.BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: We have been in business for over 20 years and our items are guaranteed to be in perfect condition, unless specified otherwise.SHIPPING: Our prints are rolled in acid free tissue and shipped in large, thick shipping tubes and matted and framed pieces are 'flat packed' in substantial packaging. Our shipping is insured and guaranteed. We will always do our best to combine shipping on multiple purchases whenever possible – please ask. YOUR PIECE OF MIND: As a reputable company, if any issues do arise we don't expect our customers to deal with it. So if there are any problems such as with condition, delivery or damages then we will take care of it with a replacement or your money back.Please note: The signatures on all of our pieces are original, hand-signed autographs by the veterans involved.
Price: 320 USD
Location: Ojai, California
End Time: 2024-08-15T20:50:55.000Z
Shipping Cost: 15 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Artist: Robert Taylor
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Signed By: Tuskegee Airmen
Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
Print Size: 33¼ x 23¼ inches
Date of Creation: 2006
Region of Origin: California, USA
Framing: Unframed
Also Autographed by:: B-17 Aircrew
Listed By: Aces High Gallery
Year of Production: 2006
Subject:: 332nd Fighter Group
Style: Illustration Art, Realism, Aviation Art, Military Art
Features: Limited Edition, Autographed, Individually numbered, European Theater, WWII, Signed
Autographs include:: Charles McGee
Featuring:: 483rd Bomb Group
Time Period Produced: 2000-2009
Image Orientation: Landscape
Signed: Yes
Color: Color
Title: Fighting Red Tails
Material: Paper, Lithograph, Archival Paper
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes
Topic:: Tuskegee Airmen
Original/Licensed Reprint: Limited Edition Print
Subject: Aircraft, Military, World War II (1939-1945), Mustang, Tuskegee Airmen
Type: Art Print
Autographed by:: Tuskegee Fighter Pilots
COA Issued By: Military Gallery
Original/Reproduction: Artwork Reproduction
Featured Aircraft 2:: B-17 Flying Fortress
Theme: Art, Aviation, Conflicts & Wars, History, Militaria
Production Technique: Lithography
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Featured Aircraft:: P-51 Mustang