Huston "Hu" Riley Signed 8x10 Photo WWII D-Day Omaha Beach Veteran (PSA)

**Hand-Signed 8x10 Photograph by Omaha Beach Veteran Huston ""Hu"" Riley – Authenticated by PSA/DNA**

This **extraordinary 8x10 photograph**, **hand-signed by Omaha Beach veteran Huston ""Hu"" Riley**, is a **powerful and historically significant tribute to one of the brave soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944**. Riley's signature on this piece of history is a **rare and valuable collectible**, connecting us to the courage and sacrifice of the men who fought in one of the most pivotal battles of World War II. This **authentic item comes certified by PSA/DNA authentication services**, featuring the **PSA/DNA hologram affixed to the photograph**, along with a **PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity** verifying its provenance.

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### **Huston ""Hu"" Riley – Omaha Beach Veteran and D-Day Hero**

Huston ""Hu"" Riley was a **U.S. Army soldier who took part in the D-Day invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944**. Assigned to the **1st Infantry Division, known as ""The Big Red One,""** Riley was among the **first wave of troops to land on Omaha Beach**, facing **intense enemy fire, rough surf, and deadly obstacles set by the German defenders**.

During the chaotic battle, Riley was **severely wounded** as he pushed forward under withering fire, determined to fulfill his mission. His bravery and resilience were **immortalized in one of the most famous photographs of the D-Day invasion**, captured by legendary war photographer **Robert Capa**. Despite his injuries, Riley's **determination to continue fighting** exemplified the **unyielding spirit of the American soldiers who fought to liberate Europe from Nazi occupation**.

Riley’s legacy as a **D-Day hero** serves as a **lasting testament to the courage and sacrifice of the Greatest Generation**.

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### **Robert Capa’s Iconic Omaha Beach D-Day Photograph**

Robert Capa, one of the most renowned war photographers of the 20th century, landed with the first wave of American troops on **Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944**. Armed only with his camera, Capa **risked his life under heavy fire to capture the harrowing reality of the invasion**. His **now-iconic photographs**, including the image featuring **Huston ""Hu"" Riley**, are among the **most significant visual records of World War II**, conveying the **chaos, danger, and bravery of the soldiers who fought that day**.

Capa’s images, published in *LIFE Magazine*, provided the world with its **first raw and unfiltered glimpse** of the Allied invasion, helping to **immortalize the heroism of the men who stormed the beaches of Normandy**. The **photograph of Riley struggling through the surf under enemy fire** remains one of the **most enduring images of the D-Day invasion**.

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### **Piece Overview**

This **hand-signed 8x10 photograph** is a **rare and historically significant collectible**, honoring the **bravery of Omaha Beach veteran Huston ""Hu"" Riley and the iconic imagery captured by Robert Capa during the D-Day invasion**.

Authenticated by **PSA/DNA authentication services**, this item **bears the PSA/DNA hologram affixed to the photograph** and comes with a **PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity**, ensuring its legitimacy.

For **military history collectors, D-Day enthusiasts, and those who honor the sacrifices of the Greatest Generation**, this signed photograph represents a **unique opportunity to own a piece of history, commemorating the courage of Huston ""Hu"" Riley and the soldiers who fought on Omaha Beach.

A portion of the sale of this auction will be donated to the General James. H Doolittle Scholarship Fund. The General James H. Doolittle Scholarship Fund was founded to assist college students by awarding one scholarship annually in the maximum amount of $5,000 to a deserving student who is pursuing a baccalaureate or advanced degree in aeronautical engineering or an aerospace science. Students are selected based on their scholastic achievement, school and community participation, demonstrated leadership potential and financial need. More information can be found at the Doolittle Scholarship Funds’ website.

The autograph(s) includes an official PSA/DNA hologram and matching LOA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA LOA

Due to the uniqueness of each item, please refer to the photos provided in this auction. We offer high resolution images of each item rather than a written description of condition.

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