Militaria, Police, Watch & Disney Auction
Lot 227:
Description
During World War II, Wallace Hopkins became a U.S. Army Air Forces ACE, credited with shooting down 5 enemy aircraft in aerial combat. After the war he transferred to the new U.S. Air Force, and flew 76 combat missions in the Korean War. While serving in Korea, he helped to establish an orphanage, and was later honored by the South Korean government for his humanitarian efforts. He retired in 1968 as a U.S. Air Force Colonel. The signature is real and was most likely signed in the 1980s. The approximate size is 8 x 10 inches. This signed photo is a copy of an actual period photo. The signature is original. Good overall condition.
Condition: See description for notes on condition. Please note that all items are sold as is without returns, so please ask questions in advance of bidding.
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