Marge Bong Drucker Signed 'A Pair of Aces' 11x16 Lithograph (AIV)

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Embark on a journey through the skies of World War II with this exceptional find: a hand-signed 11 1/2 X 16 lithograph titled """"A Pair of Aces"""" by acclaimed artist Stan Stokes, featuring the legendary aces Richard """"Dick"""" Bong and Thomas """"Tommy"""" McGuire. Authenticated by AI-Verified authentication services, this stunning lithograph captures the courage and camaraderie of two of America's most celebrated fighter pilots.

In """"A Pair of Aces,"""" Stan Stokes pays homage to the remarkable achievements of Richard Bong and Tommy McGuire, whose skill and bravery made them legends in the annals of aviation history. This captivating artwork depicts the dynamic duo flying side by side in their P-38 Lightning aircraft, ready to take on any challenge that comes their way.

The hand-signed signature of Marge Bong Drucker, Richard Bong's wife, adds an extra layer of authenticity and personal connection to this lithograph, making it a prized addition to any aviation collection.

With AI-Verified authentication services, you can bid with confidence, knowing that the signature on this lithograph has been verified using cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology. This ensures that you are acquiring a genuine piece of aviation history, signed by Marge Bong Drucker herself.

Don't miss your chance to own this rare piece of aviation art. Bid now and make this hand-signed Stan Stokes lithograph of """"A Pair of Aces,"""" authenticated by AI-Verified authentication services, the centerpiece of your collection. Seize this opportunity to honor the legacy of two extraordinary aces who left an indelible mark on the history of aviation. Place your bid today and let this extraordinary piece of aviation history take pride of place in your collection! ""

Marjorie Bong Drucker was married to Major Richard Ira Bong, the all-time highest scoring American fighter pilot ace - referred to as the 'Ace of Aces' on February 10, 1945. Their marriage in 1945 was called the 'marriage of the year.' Her picture on Major Bong's P-38 has become the legendary 'Marge' plane, flown in the South Pacific during WW 11, and on Major Bong's war bond tour of the United States in 1944. He was killed, on August 6, 1945, testing the new Lockheed P-80 Shooting Star jet in Southern California. Major Bong was 24 years old at the time of his death, and Marge became a widow at the tender age of 21. Her book, Memories, The Story of Dick and Marge Bong, will be published in 1995. Memories covers a detailed account of their courtship and wedding, both of which were war-time media events. It also descirbes how she coped with her husband's death and the years following. Marge has two daughters, Kristina and Karen, from her later marriage to Murray Drucker, a publisher of dog ii. tagazines, who died in 1991. After a succesful career in the fashion field, Marge became involved in Murray's publishing business, and started her own dog publication. 1996 marked the 40th consecutive year of continuous publishing of the Boxer Reviezv magazine, in which she uses her professional name of Kris Dahl. Marge, a resident of Los Angeles, has been actively involved in recent years in the new Richard Ira Bong Heritage Center in Poplar Wisconsin, Dick's home town. She devotes considerable time to fund raising activities for the Center, and attends many P-38 reunions around the country. She has been invited to many of these functions as a speaker, and in August of 1995 Marge was the honored guest of Townsville Australia for a major anniversary celebration commemorating the end of WW 11 in the Pacific. The Heritage Center museum will enclose Major Bong's P-38 'Marge,' and it is hoped that the Center will not only be a tribute to America's greatest fighter ace, but to all veterans which served their country with courage during the Second World War. She died on 27th September 2003.

The lot / autograph(s) includes an official Authentication Integrity Verified (AIV) hologram and matching COA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: AIV COA

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