Ralph Parr Signed 8x10 Photo Korean War F-86 Sabre Ace 10 Victories (PSA)

"**Hand-Signed 8x10 Photograph by Korean War Ace Ralph Parr – Authenticated by PSA/DNA**

This **exceptional 8x10 photograph**, **hand-signed by Korean War Fighter Ace Colonel Ralph Parr**, is a **rare and highly significant collectible honoring one of the most decorated combat pilots in U.S. Air Force history**. As a **double fighter ace**, Parr achieved **10 confirmed aerial victories**, making him one of the **few pilots to achieve ace status in both the Korean War and World War II**. This **historically important item comes authenticated by PSA/DNA authentication services**, featuring the **PSA/DNA hologram affixed to the item**, along with a **PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity** verifying its provenance.

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### **Colonel Ralph Parr – One of America’s Most Decorated Fighter Aces**

Colonel Ralph Parr (1924–2012) was a **legendary U.S. Air Force fighter pilot**, known for his **extraordinary combat achievements in both World War II and the Korean War**. His **distinguished military career spanned over three decades**, during which he flew more than **1,000 combat missions** in various conflicts, including **World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War**.

During the **Korean War**, Parr flew the **F-86 Sabre** with the **4th Fighter-Interceptor Wing**, achieving **10 confirmed aerial victories against Soviet-built MiG-15s** in high-speed jet combat. On **June 7, 1953**, he became the **last ace of the Korean War**, scoring his **fifth aerial victory** to officially earn the title of **fighter ace**. By the end of the war, he had accumulated **10 air-to-air kills**, placing him among the **top American aces of the conflict**.

Parr’s heroism extended beyond Korea. During the **Vietnam War**, he flew **combat and reconnaissance missions**, and in **1967**, he conducted one of the most daring rescues of a downed U.S. aircrew under enemy fire. For his bravery, he became one of the **most highly decorated pilots in Air Force history**, earning over **60 military decorations**, including:

- **Distinguished Service Cross**

- **Silver Star**

- **Distinguished Flying Cross with multiple oak leaf clusters**

- **Legion of Merit**

- **Air Medal with numerous oak leaf clusters**

Parr's **extraordinary piloting skills, strategic thinking, and unwavering bravery** cemented his place among America’s most distinguished fighter aces.

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### **The F-86 Sabre – America’s Premier Jet Fighter in the Korean War**

The **North American F-86 Sabre** was the **first swept-wing jet fighter** used by the United States and played a **pivotal role in achieving air superiority over Korea**. Its **superior maneuverability and advanced aerodynamics** allowed American pilots to **engage and defeat the faster but less agile Soviet-built MiG-15s** in dogfights over ""MiG Alley.""

Pilots like **Ralph Parr and his fellow aces** demonstrated the **dominance of the F-86**, helping secure **air superiority for the United Nations forces**. The F-86 Sabre remains **one of the most iconic aircraft in U.S. military history** and a **symbol of American air power during the Cold War era**.

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### **Piece Overview**

This **hand-signed 8x10 photograph** is a **rare and historically significant tribute** to **Korean War Ace Colonel Ralph Parr and his legendary achievements in aerial combat**.

Authenticated by **PSA/DNA authentication services**, this item **bears the PSA/DNA hologram affixed to the photograph** and comes with a **PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity**, ensuring its legitimacy.

For **military history collectors, Korean War aviation enthusiasts, and those who admire the bravery of fighter aces**, this signed photograph represents a **unique opportunity to own a piece of history, celebrating the extraordinary legacy of Ralph Parr and the F-86 Sabre in jet-age aerial combat**."

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

Authentication: PSA LOA

Due to the uniqueness of each item, please refer to the photos provided in this auction. We offer high resolution images of each item rather than a written description of condition.

This item is being shipped from the Pristine Auction warehouse.