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WALTER NOWOTNY
(1920 - 1944) Austrian-born German fighter ace of World War II, credited with 258 aerial victories in 442 combat missions. Nowotny achieved 255 of these victories on the Eastern Front and three while flying one of the first jet fighters, the Messerschmitt Me 262. Killed in action against B-24s near Osnabruck. Holder of the Knights Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords and Diamonds. Rare S.P. 3 1/2" x 5 1/2", a chest, up portrait in uniform showing his award, boldly signed in blue ink with fair contrast. Fine.

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May 14, 2009 10:00 AM EDT
Stamford, CT, US

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