Henry Brown Signed 8x10 Photo WWII 8th AF 354th FS Ace 14.2 Victories (PSA)

**Hand-Signed 8x10 Photograph by WWII Ace Henry W. Brown – Authenticated by PSA/DNA**

This **exceptional 8x10 photograph**, **hand-signed by WWII Ace Henry W. Brown**, is a **remarkable tribute to one of the most accomplished fighter pilots of World War II**. A fearless aviator in the **U.S. Army Air Forces**, Brown earned his reputation through **outstanding aerial combat skill, leadership, and bravery in the European Theater**. This **rare and historically significant collectible comes authenticated by PSA/DNA authentication services**, with the **PSA/DNA hologram affixed to the item**, verifying its authenticity.

### **Henry W. Brown – The High-Scoring P-51 Mustang Ace**

Henry W. Brown (1923–2008) was a **distinguished fighter ace** of the **355th Fighter Group, 354th Fighter Squadron** in the **8th Air Force**. Flying the **P-51 Mustang ""The Hun Hunter from Texas,""** Brown became one of the **top-scoring aces of the war**, achieving an **impressive 14.2 confirmed aerial victories and multiple ground victories**.

**Recognized for his aggressive combat tactics and fearless leadership**, Brown played a **pivotal role in escorting Allied bombers over Nazi-occupied Europe**, engaging enemy fighters in some of the most **intense dogfights of WWII**. He was **twice awarded the Distinguished Service Cross**, one of the **highest military honors**, in addition to earning the **Silver Star, the Distinguished Flying Cross, and the Air Medal**.

### **Heroism and Capture**

On **October 3, 1944**, Brown was **shot down while engaging German forces**. Though he survived the crash, he was **captured by enemy troops** and **spent the remainder of the war as a prisoner of war (POW) in Stalag Luft I**. Despite this setback, his **combat achievements and leadership left a lasting legacy**, and his name remains synonymous with **fighter pilot excellence** in the annals of WWII aviation history.

### **Piece Overview**

This **hand-signed 8x10 photograph** is a **rare and museum-worthy artifact**, featuring the autograph of a **legendary fighter ace who helped secure Allied air superiority in Europe**.

Authenticated by **PSA/DNA authentication services**, this piece **bears the PSA/DNA hologram affixed to the photograph**, ensuring its authenticity and historical importance.

For **military history collectors, aviation enthusiasts, and WWII scholars**, this signed photograph represents a **unique opportunity to own a piece of history, honoring the courage and combat legacy of Henry W. Brown—one of America’s most celebrated Mustang aces**.

The autograph(s) includes an official PSA/DNA hologram and matching COA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA COA

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