Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the VMF 214 Blacksheep Squadron second tour, signed in blue felt tip by Bowers, adding a detailed account of an even that took place during his first “combat mission on Nov. 29, 1943.” In part: “We were directed to strafe enemy jungle mortar positions from the beach inland along the perimeter of the beach—head to help the marines hold and expand the perimeter. We just strafed the jungle from a large white directional arrow the marines had placed on the beach. Thousands of white birds, probably cockatoos, erupted from the jungle as we made several strafing runs ’til our ammo was expended. The Marines reported no more trouble from the mortars and that we took out 105 enemy and the Marines expanded the perimeter....” In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.
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