--- product_id: 26527254 title: "Century Collection The Ploesti Raid Autographed Framed Photograph" brand: "century collection" price: "€ 9.87" currency: EUR in_stock: false url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/26527254-century-collection-the-ploesti-raid-autographed-framed-photograph store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Signed by a hero Authenticity guaranteed Framed for elegance Century Collection The Ploesti Raid Autographed Framed Photograph **Brand:** century collection **Price:** € 9.87 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🛩️ Capture the skies of history! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Century Collection The Ploesti Raid Autographed Framed Photograph by century collection - **How much does it cost?** € 9.87 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/26527254-century-collection-the-ploesti-raid-autographed-framed-photograph) ## Best For - century collection enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted century collection brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Limited availability:** Grab yours before it's gone! - • **Elegance meets legacy:** Framed and matted for a sophisticated display - • **Own a piece of history:** Limited edition signed by Pilot Walter Stewart - • **Perfect for collectors:** A must-have for aviation and history enthusiasts - • **Authenticity you can trust:** Includes a certificate of authenticity ## Overview The Century Collection The Ploesti Raid Autographed Framed Photograph features a signed photo by Pilot Walter Stewart, elegantly framed and matted. With a limited quantity available and a certificate of authenticity, this piece is a unique opportunity to own a significant artifact from aviation history. ## Description From the Manufacturer Walter T. Stewart was a B-24 pilot, flying 236 hours of combat. Of the 32 combat missions he flew, the most historic was the low-level bombing mission to the oil refineries of Ploesti, Romania, on August 1, 1943. Operation “Tidal Wave” was Lt. Stewart’s 31st combat mission. He was assigned as Deputy Lead of the 93rd Bombardment Group because of his reputation and experience. Five groups took off from Libya for the 2,000-mile round trip to their target, which was supplying nearly one-third of all oil used by Nazi Germany. During the ingress, Lt. Stewart assumed the lead and continued on, guiding the 93rd through the intense flak to deliver the first bombs on the target. The attack turned to chaos with bombers from the different groups attacking from all quadrants, but the oil refineries were severely damaged. The B-24s were under heavy attack from flak and fighters on their egress and return flight as well. Of the 178 aircraft that took off on the most decorated mission of World War II, 54 were shot down; 532 of 1,726 men did not return. Lt. Stewart’s plane, named Utah Man, came back with 365 holes in it. The damage the aircraft suffered was so severe that they had to reduce airspeed and nearly ran out of fuel. The plane landed two hours after most of the other aircraft had returned to base. Walter T. Stewart retired as a Colonel after thirty-six years of service. Among his many decorations are the Distinguished Service Cross, which was not awarded until 1995 due to clerical errors; the Silver Star; Distinguished Flying Cross; and Air Medal with 4 Oak Leaf Clusters. Black-and-white photograph is hand-signed by Stewart, matted and framed in wood under glass. Certificate of authenticity included. ## Features - Signed by Pilot Walter Stewart - Framed and matted photo - Limited quantity available - Certificate of authenticity - Own a piece of history ## Images ![Century Collection The Ploesti Raid Autographed Framed Photograph - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51pliKwlLfL.jpg) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/26527254-century-collection-the-ploesti-raid-autographed-framed-photograph](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/26527254-century-collection-the-ploesti-raid-autographed-framed-photograph) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*