Art Print, 12x18, 18x24, U.S. Navy F4F-3 "Wildcat", ( "Butch" O'Hare, MOH )

Generally credited as America's first "Ace" of the Second World War, Edward "Butch" O'Hare was shy and retiring, though extremely focused on flying and his abilities as a pilot. When flying 'cover in his Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat for his carrier, the U.S.S. Lexington on February 20, 1942, he and his wingman were suddenly the only thing in the air between nine Japanese bombers and his flattop. All other fighters had been drawn off in the opposite direction by the other half of the Japanese formation.
They both dove in but his wingman's guns immediately jammed. O'Hare continued, looping and diving on the bombers, eventually credited with five of the enemy. The remaining bombers missed the Lexington and were driven off by other pilots. Only two of the entire enemy contingent returned to base.
O'Hare then fought against being awarded a medal for doing his duty. Ever shy, he was also reticent to enter the limelight. Still, one month later, FDR hung the first Medal Of Honor for a combat pilot of the war around his neck.

-FROM ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY ROBERT COKER / Copyright CokerAirArt.com 2022.
***Image size is smaller than dimensions quoted. Width and Height are of the Paper printed on. For instance, the photo of the young lady holding the print is an approximate indication (She is small) of actual size. An 12" x 18" print has an image of approximately 8" x 17-1/8".

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Museum-quality posters made on thick and durable matte paper. Add a wonderful accent to your room and office with these posters that are sure to brighten any environment.

• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil
• Paper weight: 5.57 oz/y² (189 g/m²)
• Giclée printing quality
• Opacity: 94%
• ISO brightness: 104%