Stan Stokes. Flying his North American A-36 Apache, Captain Michael T. Russo of the 16th Bomb Squadron, 27th Fighter Bomber Group, downs a Ju 52 shortly after its takeoff from the Aversano Airfield in Italy to score the third of five aerial victories he would ultimately achieve to become the first Mustang ace. This 16"x 11½", Signature Edition print is signed by the artist and Captain Michael T. Russo..