Signed Band of Brothers Framed Art - Easy Co. 6/7/1944

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This piece of framed history depicts members of Easy Company, the " Band of Brothers " of the 506 th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101 st Airborne Division in Ste. Marie-du-Mont, June 7, 1944. The Screaming Eagles were photographed with GI's of the 4 th Infantry Division who had come ashore at Utah Beach on D-Day. The photograph was taken by Easy Company member Walter "Smokey" Gordon , using an "unauthorized" camera belonging to Forrest Guth. The photograph is autographed in black marker by Guth. The six Easy paratroopers in the photo are (from left): Forrest Guth, Frank Mellet, David Morris, Daniel West, Floyd Talbert, and Campbell T. Smith. Gordon, Guth , Talbert and another E Company paratrooper, John Eubanks, linked up after their jump into Normandy . They spent June 6 defending a crossroads by Utah Beach . This photograph was taken the next day as the Screaming Eagles moved into Ste. Marie-du-Mont after the Germans pulled out. The artwork also features an authentic reproduction Screaming Eagle shoulder patch, paratrooper jump wings, and a copy of Ike's original D-Day letter that was handed out to all those taking part in the invasion. The letter has been copied from an original in our collection, and it is signed in pencil by 20 Members of Easy Company: "Wild Bill" Guarnere, Forrest Guth, Frank Perconte, William Wingett, Rod Bain, Paul Rogers, Earl "One Lung" McClung, Phil Perugini, Jim Benton, Ed Tipper, "Shifty" Powers, Clancy Lyall, Leo Metz, Jim Alley, Hank Zimmerman, Ralph Spina, Bill Maynard, Herb "Junior" Suerth, Jr., Amos "Buck" Taylor, and Frank De Angelis (Honorary Member). The paratroopers signed the letter during their 59 th reunion in San Antonio , Texas , October 2005. T were only four letters signed for these unique frames. Two have been previously sold. This piece of Framed History honors the accomplishments and sacrifices of all the Allied servicemen who began the liberation of Europe on June 6, 1944. The finished piece measures 30" x 16", and is framed in wood with a walnut finish. It is handcrafted in Colorado, using all acid-free components and a museum-grade anti-UV acrylic lite. Further information is available at A certificate of authenticity will be provided in the form of a copy of a letter from "Wild Bill" Guarnere that describes the reunion and lists the Easy Company paratroopers who signed the letter. 100% of the proceeds from this sale are going to The Colorado Freedom Memorial. "Wild Bill" Guarnere was kind enough to facilitate the signing of the letters in order to benefit the construction of the The Memorial , which will be constructed of glass that will reflect Colorado's mountains and blue skies. 14-feet tall and 125-feet long, the glass panels will be etched with the names of the over 6000 Coloradoans who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Privates, Generals, MIAs, Civilians, all wars and all branches of service, honored in one place. T is no memorial in America like it. The Colorado Freedom Memorial gives us all a place to pay respects to the memory of those that did not return. An artist's rendition of the design and further information may be found at T is a reserve on this frame. Previous copies have sold for over $600. Don't miss your chance to own a unique piece of proud American history, and to benefit a worthy cause by honoring our Veterans! Payment: We accept PayPal, money orders, Visa, MasterCard. All payments must be received within seven days of auction end date, or item will be re-listed. Shipping: Buyer to pay $18 for FedEx shipping in the continental United States . Please e-mail for other shipping options. We are not responsible for damages that occur during shipping. We will package the item securely, and shipping insurance is included to protect your purchase. International bidders: please contact us prior to bidding in ... read more

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