Description: SIGNED PLAYING CARD AUTHENTICATED BY BECKETT BGS & BAS Denmark Groover Jr Top US Marine Air Corps Black Sheep Squadron & Hall of Famer Denmark Groover Jr., became a U.S. Marine fighter pilot when he was awarded his wings in December, 1942. During his first tour of duty in the Southwest Pacific, he was selected as one of 28 pilots of the famous VMF 214 "Black Sheep" squadron commanded by the leading Marine ace of World War H, Major Greg "Pappy" Boyington. Flying the F-4U Corsair, VMF 214 would ultimately win air superiority in the Solomon Islands by aggressively attacking enemy airfields and strongholds on Bouganville and Rabaul. In September 1943, Groover had shot down one Japanese Zero fighter and was looking for the second when his plane was riddled with bullets from behind. With extensive damage and fire in the left wing, Groover managed to bring the aircraft home safely despite wounds that temporarily paralyzed his right arm and leg. He quickly recovered and returned to this unit for another tour with the VMF 214. He flew more than 100 combat fighter missions, protecting bombers and attacking enemy airfields and fortified gun positions. He was awarded the Purple Heart, Air Medal, and Presidential Citation. Following his South Pacific combat tours, Captain Groover continued his flying career as a fighter pilot instructor at training bases in South Carolina. super cool Ace of Diamonds playing card! wont find a cooler item signed by this US Military Legend & True American Hero AUTHENTICATION- BECKETT AUTHENTICATION SERVICES (BAS) THE EXACT CARD YOU RECEIVE WILL BE THE CARD SHOWN IN THE PICTURES, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE CARD OR CONDITION PLEASE ASK ITS AUTHENTICITY IS GUARANTEED FOR LIFE BY US AND ALSO COMES ENCAPSULTED FROM THE LEADING 3RD PARTY AUTHENTICATION COMPANY BECKETT AUTHENTICATION SERVICES BAS USPS 1ST CLASS MAIL SHIPPING IS FREE SHIPPED FOLDER WITHIN US SHIPPING INTERNATIONALLY IS AVAILABLE PLZ INQUIREALL ITEMS SHIPPED WITHIN 1 DAY WE ACCEPT PAYPAL PLEASE CHECK MY OTHER GREAT LISTINGS FOR MANY OTHER AMAZING AND RARE SIGNED MEMORABILIA
Price: 499.99 USD
Location: New York, New York
End Time: 2025-02-02T15:32:06.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.99 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Convention/Event: New York Comic Con
Card Size: Standard
Movie: Saving Private Ryan
Autographed: Yes
Set: playing card
Autograph Format: Hard Signed
Signed By: pappy boyington
Material: Card Stock, Paper, Plastic
Year Manufactured: 1945
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Franchise: Top Gun
TV Show: Masters of the Air
Vintage: Yes
Type: Non-Sport Trading Card
Language: English
Card Name: Black Sheep Squadron
Autograph Authentication: Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Comics, Crime, Fantasy
Featured Person/Artist: Robert Deniro
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
