Winter 2026 Militaria & Collectibles Auction
Lot 194:
Description
Dick Rossi, (April 19, 1915-April 17, 2008) an ace with six victories over Japanese planes as a “Flying Tiger, ” also flew 735 transport missions as a “Hump” pilot. Months before Pearl Harbor, Dick Rossi gave up his commission as a U.S. naval aviator to fly P-40s over Asia. He joined the First Pursuit (Adam and Eve) Squadron of Chennault’s American Volunteer Group – which became known to history as the Flying Tigers. When the Tigers stopped flying in 1942, Dick flew more than 700 missions "over the hump" from India to China in C-46s and -47s. 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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