Aviator Autograph Collection.
Sikorsky, Igor; Eddie Rickenbacker; James H. Doolittle; Alford J. Williams; Anthony Fokker; Charles E. Rosendahl; Sherman Fairchild; Roscoe Turner; Thomas Sopwith; George Stainforth; Richard Atcherley; Clyde Pangborn; Ruth Nichols; Glenn L. Martin; Hugh Herndon, Jr; Frank Hawks; William A. Bishop; Giuseppe Mario Bellanca
Published by 1935-36, 1935
- First Edition
- Signed
- Softcover
- Used
Seller: Raptis Rare Books, Palm Beach, FL, U.S.A.Raptis Rare Books
AbeBooks seller since September 24, 2003
Condition: Used
£ 2,134.68
Quantity: 1 available
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Autograph collection with signatures from eighteen of the world's famous aviation pioneers and fighter pilots. Octodecimo, eighteen pages mounted on carbon paper, the collection includes: postcard signed by Igor Sikorsky, "I. Sikorsky," illustrated with a photograph of the Sikorsky S-42 flying boat; card signed by Edward Rickenbacker, "Capt Eddie Rickenbacker 1936," mounted with a photograph of Rickenbacker in uniform; card signed by Major James Harold Doolittle, "J.H. Doolittle," mounted with a photograph of Doolittle; card signed by Major Alford J. Williams, "Major Al Williams / U S Marine Corps (R)"; card signed by Anthony Fokker in green ink, "Fokker," mounted with a newspaper clipping adhered to the verso of the carbon paper 'Edsel Ford Dead of Old Malady - Head of Auto Company, 49, Expanded Vast Industrial Empire'; card signed by Lieutenant Commander Charles E. Rosendahl, "C.E. Rosendahl Commander U.S. Navy," mounted with a photograph of Rosendahl in uniform; collector's typed letter signed by Sherman Fairchild on the verso, "Sherm / Sherman M Fairchild"; card signed by Roscoe Turner in green ink, "Roscoe Turner 1935," mounted with a photograph of a signed photo of the NR257Y; card signed by Thomas Octave Murdoch Sopwith, "T.O.M. Sopwith," mounted with a news clipping portrait of Sopwith adhered to the carbon paper; card signed by Flight Lieutenant George Stainforth, "G.H. Stainforth" and Richard Atcherley, "R.R. Atcherley," mounted with a diagram of Stainforth's supermarine seaplane S6B; autograph letter signed by Stainforth to the collector on 'Experimental Section Royal Aircraft Establishment' stationary, "13 Aug. 35. Eric Brett. I have just found . your letter in sorting papers . or send an autograph in case it was not sent before. G.H. Stainforth"; typed letter signed by Wing Commander Clyde Pangborn to the collector on 'Bill Barnes Air Trails' stationary, 'July 8, 1935 . Requests for autographs since my London-to-Melbourne flight threatened me with writer's cramp . I'd have to find some way to fly without gasoline, and use only airmail covers for petrol . "Clyde Pangborn,"' news clipping portrait of Pangborn adhered to the lower left corner; card signed by Ruth Nichols, "Ruth R. Nichols"; card signed by Glenn L. Martin, "Glenn L. Martin," mounted to a typed letter signed by his secretary to the collector on 'Glenn L. Martin Company' stationary; card signed by Hugh Herndon, Jr, "Hugh Herndon, Jr," mounted with a clipped photograph of Herndon, Jr. beside his Stinson; card inscribed by Frank Hawks, "Sincerely Frank Hawks Feb 22 1935," mounted with news clipped images of Captain Hawks, his Texaco No. 13, and his Texaco Sky Chief; card signed by Billy Bishop, "W.A. Bishop," ink stamped with a flying cross, accompanied by a clipped magazine photograph of Bishop; and a clipped signature of Giuseppe Mario Bellanca, "GMBallanca," adhered to a card featuring photographs of Bellanca and his aircraft. In very good to fine condition. A unique collection. Just coming into military use at the outset of World War I, airplanes were employed mostly for reconnaissance before gathering use in more specialized ways as fighters, bombers, and trench strafers.…
Seller Inventory # 147210
Bibliographic details
- Title
- Aviator Autograph Collection.
- Author
- Sikorsky, Igor; Eddie Rickenbacker; James H. Doolittle; Alford J. Williams; Anthony Fokker; Charles E. Rosendahl; Sherman Fairchild; Roscoe Turner; Thomas Sopwith; George Stainforth; Richard Atcherley; Clyde Pangborn; Ruth Nichols; Glenn L. Martin; Hugh Herndon, Jr; Frank Hawks; William A. Bishop; Giuseppe Mario Bellanca
- Publisher
- 1935-36
- Publication year
- 1935
- Signed
- Signed by Author(s)
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Seller catalogs
- First Edition
Raptis Rare Books
Palm Beach, FL, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since September 24, 2003
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Raptis Rare Books is an antiquarian book firm that specializes in fine first editions, signed and inscribed books, and landmark books in all fields. We have distinguished ourselves by having a reputation for handling unique and important books that are in exceptional condition. Our business model is simple: we strive to handle books that are in exceptional condition and to provide exceptional customer service. We specialize in working with private collectors with a specific wish list, helping individuals find the ideal gift for special occasions, and partnering with representatives of institutions. We are here to assist you in your pursuit and to be your guide in bringing the library of your imagination to reality. Please visit our rare book gallery located at 329 Worth Avenue in Palm Beach, Florida, visit our website www.raptisrarebooks.com, call us at 561.508.3479, or email us at mail@raptisrarebooks.com. Free gift wrapping available upon request.…
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