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Lot 406:
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Description
WW2 ace Grp Capt George Burges DFC signed on his own HA28b Group Captain George Burges OBE DFC cover from RAF WW2 Flown Historic Aviators official cover series. Has career info inside, the cover is numbered and certified to the back. Flt Lt Burges was serving as ADC to Malta’s Air Officer Commanding when Malta’s tiny Gladiator fighter flight was formed. His first success came on 22 June when he attacked an Italian SM79 which then crashed into the sea. When Hurricanes arrived in Malta, Flt/Lt Burges took up the challenge, scoring success in yet another unfamiliar aircraft. Last Tuesday morning (9 July) was his first successful attack in a Hurricane. Flt/Lt Burges was one of two Hurricane pilots scrambled to intercept an approaching enemy formation of one SM79 on reconnaissance, with a protective force of six CR42 fighters. Flying Officer Jock Barber attacked the fighters while Burges rounded on the SM79. He scored several hits before himself being attacked by the fighters. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
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