Description: WWIIPilotAVG Flying TigersRobert Buster KeetonSigned Photo Robert “Buster” Keeton (April 7, 1915- January 25, 2011) entered Naval flight training at Pensacola and received his wings and commission in 1938. As a member of VP-12, he was assigned to a patrol/bomber station at North Island, CA. Bus resigned his naval commission in mid-1941 to join the AVG. Assigned to the Panda Bears squadron, he scored his first of 3.5 confirmed and 4 probable victories on February 3, 1942. Bus flew a number of significant AVG combat missions, including the March 24 raid on the airfield at Chiang Mal, Thailand. After the AVG, he joined the Naval Reserve and flew as a contract carrier, delivering war supplies in C-54s across the North Atlantic. Once the war had ended, he flew for several commercial carriers before beginning a career with Pan American Airlines until 1975. Keeton was awarded: First, Second and Seventh Chinese Cloud Banner, British Distinguished Flying Cross, and United States of American Distinguished Flying Cross. This signed photo is a copy of an actual period photo. The signature is real and was most likely signed in the 1980s-2000s. Condition: nice condition Size: 8 x 10 inches Look over pictures to see the exact item you will receive and to determine the overall condition of this item. Thanks for looking! Jeff
Price: 45 USD
Location: Liverpool, New York
End Time: 2024-12-08T03:02:46.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6 USD
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Industry: Military
Signed: Yes
Autograph Authentication: Not Authenticated
