C - 54 SKYMASTER US Air Force 1948 - 49 Berlin Airlift Aircraft First Day Of Issue
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Douglas C-54 SKYMASTER United States Air Force first day cover with a postmark from Fort Lauderdale, FL dated February 9, 2018. Blue photo the C-54 aircraft during Berlin Airlift on cachet #8507 by Alvin Eckert USCS #9964. Cover was prepared on a ungummed, archive quality envelope.Cover franked with 32 cent Berlin Airlift stamp and 50 cent flag stamp (FDOI).Cover with a DIY matte and 5x7 fra...me, makes a fine gift!C-54 Skymaster: In 1948 and 1949, 225 of this aircraft delivered food and coal to the citizens of West Berlin for 15 months. This was after the Russians closed off all the roads and rail tracks into the city. It was one of the US Air Force's finest hours! It was reported that the air crews threw candy to the children near the runway. Seller has other Air Force and Navy aircraft covers. Check out my other items! These items make fine gifts when mounted on a colored matte and placed in a 5x7 picture frame. Free Shipping!
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