Erich Alfred Hartman [1922 1993] nicknamed”Bubi” by his comrades and”The Black Devil” by his Soviet adversaries, was a German fighter pilot during World War II who is the highest scoring ace in the history of aerial warfare. He is credited with 352 aerial victories while flying 1,404 combat missions and engaging the enemy 825 times. On May 8, 1945, Erich Hartman surrendered to American forces and was turned over to the Soviet Army. He was later convicted in a Russian court and was sentenced to 10 years in prison and was released in 1955. The cover commemorates Charles A. Lindbergh and is signed”Erich Hartman” in blue felt tip pen. The cover is postmarked Roosevelt Field STA, N. Y May 20, 1977, and is affixed with one U. The cover measures 3.50 x 5.50 inches and is in fine condition. The autograph is authentic and the cover is a nice example of this all time leading fighter pilot and is ideal for display. We have listed a collection of military, aviation, explorers, political and astronaut autographs. Our policy is simple, all our autographs are researched and guaranteed authentic with”No” time limits. Check out my other items. Be sure to add me to your favorites list. The item “Erich Hartmann German All Time Highest Ace 352 Victories WW II Signed Cover #2″ is in sale since Wednesday, May 21, 2014. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Autographs\Military”. The seller is “collectors.view” and is located in West Hempstead, New York. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
• Original/Reproduction: Original