WWI Aviation Autographs

[joegertler]

There has been some discussion of posting our favorite WWI aviation autographs. We hope that might be one of the new sub-groups that Scott has in mind,during the upcomming revision of topics listings. (or perhaps a more general -Aviation Memorabilia and Collectibles/artifacts?)
I'll start it off with one of my favorites. Here is an old photo (with some age spotting on the back) of Jasta 2. (due to size of image) the follow-up post will show the autographs of all the pilots in the photo on the back.
http://members.cox.net/barnstormer1/jasta2a.JPG

[joegertler]

The names, in order of the front line-up from left to right, are at the top.
Signatures below that.
http://members.cox.net/barnstormer1/jasta2b.JPG

[VtwinVince]

Superb item. Once I get my scanner going, I'll post some of my favs.

[joegertler]

Vince; Thanks for showing us your uncle's Ehrenbecher. Very cool! I can't wait to see some of your signed documents. I sent you a Private message.

[ehrenpries]

Good one Joe
That has inspired me to get a scanner and hopefully work out how to attach a scan to my forum message, as you have.
I think the first one will be of my menu signed by LvR,Udet and von Schleich amongst others..just to wet the appetite ! :rolleyes:
Ehrenpries.

[joegertler]

Okay guys, I'm waiting for you to post yours. So I'll add another fairly rare one. (Rare enough that none are listed in the 736 pp of "Sanders,"the "bible" of autograph guides
WWI U.S. ace, Edward P. Curtis was with the 95th and one of his six victories was shared with Rickenbacker. He flew a SPAD XIII and won the D.S.C. He later went on to become a Major General in WWII Army Air Force.
http://members.cox.net/barnstormer1/wwisec.JPG

[Rod_Filan]

Okay Joe,
I'll keep the autograph thread going.

This item:
http://204.83.160.230/archive/scheffer/ASIGuidosCup011.jpg ...belonged to Oblt.d.R. Scheffer, a souvenier of his time with Jasta 11, is currently in the possession of his grandson. Unfortunately it is a difficult item to photograph --but these two shots are above and beyond the quality of the first photo I saw of it. Off hand, I recognize signatures of Voss and Guido Scheffer. Can anyone make out others?

VBR
Rod

[joegertler]

Here's another. (I was experimenting with layering on text for potential Ebay listing) German ace. Von Schoenbeck (English spelling) 8 victories with Jastas 11, 59 & 33.
http://members.cox.net/barnstormer1/vonS1.jpg

[joegertler]

If anyone is interested in obtaining Gathering of Eagles signed lithos, I am offering my personal set with two attractive features.
One: 20 % off current listed prices and
Two: Including, Professionally framed under glass and ready to hang (except 1983) You know how much professional framing can add…They are all in excellent condition.
Each one is hand-signed by a group of approx 20 contributors to milestones of aviation and space. (Including WWI aces...) And you never have to worry about the authenticity of the signatures or worrying about autopens etc. in this well-known series.
I have 1983; 84; 85; 89; 91, and 1992, ready to hang (except 83).
Most are framed (under glass) to 36” x 44”, (1989 is 30” x 42”.)
If you wish to see which astronauts, and Medal of Honor, aces, record-setters, and various honorees from Aviation and Space Halls of Fame signed each particular year, above, simply do a Google search for “Gathering of Eagles aviation autographs” and you can see the current list prices and names listed for each year’s litho, by year. They were limited editions of 1000. and my offering includes hard to find early years.
I believe I am offering considerable savings, PLUS the museum quality/professional framing is already done for all but the 1983.
Contact me for prices, or I will post the list here, if requested.

[joegertler]

Here's a real rare one. A member of The Early Birds (Early Birds soloed before Dec. 1916) Russell Holderman was an aviation instructor in WWI and WWII. first soled in 1913. It is reported that he had 260,000 hours of logged time in his 60 years of flying. He won The Curtiss Trophy at Miami air races and was elected to the Aviation Hall of Fame.
http://members.cox.net/barnstormer1/rh1.JPG