Deadly Duo

L/E of 500
S/N by the Artist & Two Pilots
Image Size: 28" x 17.75"
Paper Size: 32.5" x 23.5"

Plane Type: P-47 Thunderbolt

Republic P-47 Thunderbolts of the famed 56th Fighter Group climb out over the coast of England on a combat mission during the Spring of 1944. Flight Officer Frank Klibbe in "Little Chief" completed his tour with seven victories. Lt. Robert "Shorty" Rankin, seen here flying alongside, shot down a total of 10, five of which occurred during a single mission.

Personally autographed by pilots Colonel Frank Klibbe & Lieutenant Robert "Shorty" Rankin

PLANE JUNKIE - Deadly Duo by David Gray (P-47 Thunderbolt)