"Hartmann" - Heinz Krebs

 
Hartmann" by Heinz Krebs      Rare $500
One only available, signed by artist and Oberst Erich Hartmann.

Erich Hartmann started his career as Paule Rossman's wingman. Promoted to Staffelkapitan of 7./JG52 in July 1943, he was shot down and taken prisoner, but escaped four hours later. In September he took command of 9./JG52.He later led 4./JG52, then briefly I./JG53, and finally Gruppenkommandeur of I./JG52.

Erich Hartmann scored a total of 352 confirmed victories, making him the highest scoring fighter Ace ever. 

He was awarded the Knights Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords and Diamonds.

This rare print from a pencil sketch is signed by the famous artist and  Oberst Erich Hartmann .