WWI Ace Raymond Brooks Signed Cut Signature with Portrait (PSA) (1894–1980) (PSA)

**Hand-Signed Cut Signature by SPAD XIII Pilot A. Raymond Brooks – Signed in Pencil – Encapsulated by PSA/DNA**

Offered here is an exceptionally scarce **hand-signed cut signature** by **A. Raymond Brooks**, a distinguished American fighter pilot of **World War I**, who flew the iconic **SPAD XIII** with the United States Army Air Service. This signature, rendered in **pencil**, has been **encapsulated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**, one of the most trusted names in autograph authentication, ensuring both its authenticity and preservation.

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### **Biography of A. Raymond Brooks**

**Albert Raymond Brooks (1894–1980)** was a World War I American flying ace and one of the last surviving combat pilots of the First World War. Brooks flew with the **22nd Aero Squadron** of the U.S. Army Air Service and piloted the **SPAD XIII**, a French-built biplane fighter known for its durability and speed.

Brooks achieved **six confirmed aerial victories**, earning him the status of an **ace** during a time when aerial warfare was still in its infancy. His combat engagements over the Western Front showcased the bravery, skill, and ingenuity required in early dogfighting tactics. Like many of his fellow pilots in the 22nd Aero Squadron, Brooks risked his life daily in fragile wood-and-fabric aircraft without parachutes, relying on skill and courage to survive the deadly skies over Europe.

Following the war, Brooks remained connected to the aviation community and became a living link to the pioneering days of aerial combat. His wartime service is remembered not only for its bravery but for representing the legacy of American aviation’s earliest heroes.

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### **Item Features**

- **Signer**: A. Raymond Brooks – World War I American Fighter Ace

- **Aircraft Flown**: SPAD XIII, 22nd Aero Squadron, U.S. Army Air Service

- **Medium**: Hand-signed cut signature in **pencil**

- **Authentication**: **Encapsulated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**

- **Condition**: Signature remains bold and legible, preserved in PSA's tamper-evident holder

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### **Summary**

This signed cut by **A. Raymond Brooks** is a rare and valuable relic from the earliest era of American military aviation. His status as a **World War I ace**, combined with the rarity of autographs from SPAD XIII pilots, makes this a **significant collector’s item** for enthusiasts of military history, early aviation, and World War I memorabilia.

Encapsulated by **PSA/DNA**, this offering ensures peace of mind in authenticity and preservation. A fitting tribute to one of the brave airmen who helped define the legacy of American air power.

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) has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA Encapsulated

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.

This item is being shipped from the Pristine Auction warehouse.