Lot 204
"Memphis Belle" B-17 Autographed by Robert Morgan, Pilot, The "Memphis Belle" piloted by Captain Bob Morgan was an "F" model B-17 series and became one of the most famous heavy bombers and crews in the European theatre. Made famous by the 1990 movie of the same name the Memphis Belle would take her crew through the most extreme peril and bring them home again without major injury. While at the same time suffering what should have been fatal battle damage on countless occasions. This included engines shot out on 5 separate occasions as well as making it back from one mission with the tail nearly shot off. The Belle was one of the first heavy bombers to complete 25 missions with her crew intact. The aircraft and crew then returned to the United States to sell war bonds. The model scale is 1/54A and comes with an attractive display base. A descriptive page / COA is included. (A small chip on the tail does not detract.).
Estimated Value $100 - 150
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| Realized $288 |
