PLEASE NOTE: ONE PRINT PER ORDER PLEASE

We regret the limitations but quantity is limited. The one-print-per-order will be upheld.

Print is 13"x 9" inches, printed on archival grade paper and varnished to help protect image from UV rays. Pricing is offered at $100 per print* (plus shipping & handling);
Print also includes a signed letter of authenticity from The Distinguished Flying Cross Society, Chairman of the Board; and
Please know that though each print is also signed and numbered by the artist (John Mollison), the print number received by the purchaser is based on time of order; the DFC Society is unable to honor requests for specific numbers.

The print's title, “Actions Speak Louder than Medals," reflects the decades of secrecy that Williams kept regarding his spectacular “1 vs 7” dogfight against Russian Flown MiGs on November 18, 1952. Outnumbered and outclassed, Royce singlehandedly battled the MiGs in a historic 38 minute dogfight resulting in a loss of at least four MiGs (possibly six). Williams returned his heavily damaged Panther to the carrier, USS Oriskany and promptly told to keep the matter quiet on account of political sensitivities regarding direct, overt American vs. Russian engagements. So committed to honoring his duty, it wasn’t until after the incident was declassified that he told his wife!

Nevertheless, action is being undertaken to upgrade Williams’ Silver Star to the Congressional Medal of Honor. Regardless of this effort, Williams’ piloting expertise, undaunted courage and commitment to his oath of service warrant his regard as a hero.

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