Authentic U.S. First Day of Issue cover, postmarked Milwaukee, Wisconsin – August 26, 1985, bearing the 22¢ “Veterans World War I” commemorative stamp.
The cover is hand-signed in blue ink by Kenneth G. Porter, one of America’s confirmed World War I flying aces.
Kenneth G. Porter served as a pursuit pilot with the 139th Aero Squadron
Credited with five confirmed aerial victories, qualifying him as a WWI Ace
Flew combat patrols during the final months of World War I on the Western Front
Later became active in veterans’ commemorations, making authentic signatures scarce but well-documented
Official USPS First Day Cover
Stamp: Veterans World War I (22¢)
First Day Postmark: Milwaukee, WI – August 26, 1985
Hand-signed by Kenneth G. Porter
Unaddressed
Clean strike and strong signature placement
No COA (common for period veteran-signed FDCs); signature matches known Porter exemplars
Very good overall condition. Light handling consistent with FDCs of this era. Please review images for exact condition.
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