Gerald Young Signed Cut Signature with Portrait (PSA) Vietnam MOH HH-3E Pilot

**Hand-Signed Cut Signature by WWII Medal of Honor Recipient Gerald O. Young – Signed in Pencil – Encapsulated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**

Offered for auction is an exceptionally rare and historically important **hand-signed cut signature** by **Gerald O. Young**, a **World War II and Vietnam War U.S. Air Force hero** and **Medal of Honor recipient**. Signed in **pencil**, this treasured artifact is **encapsulated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**, ensuring its authenticity and long-term preservation.

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### **Biography of Gerald Orren Young (1930–1990)**

**Gerald O. Young** was a highly decorated officer in the United States Air Force and one of the few airmen to receive the **Medal of Honor** for heroic actions during the **Vietnam War**. Born on May 19, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, Young enlisted in the Air Force in 1955 after serving in the U.S. Navy and worked his way through the ranks to become a **Captain and HH-3E Jolly Green Giant helicopter pilot** with the 37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron.

On **November 9, 1967**, during a mission deep in hostile territory in Laos, Captain Young displayed unmatched bravery and selflessness while attempting to rescue the crew of a downed U.S. aircraft. Despite being severely wounded and his helicopter being shot down, he refused evacuation until all other survivors had been rescued. His actions under fire, dedication to his fellow servicemen, and unwavering courage in the face of overwhelming danger earned him the nation’s highest military award.

Captain Young later retired as a **Lieutenant Colonel** and passed away in 1990. His name is permanently etched into American military history as an exemplar of valor and sacrifice.

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### **Medal of Honor Citation Excerpt:**

*“Despite painful wounds and the extreme hazards, Captain Young evaded capture, cared for the wounded, and directed their concealment until rescue forces arrived. His extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.”*

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### **Item Features:**

- **Signer**: Gerald O. Young – Medal of Honor Recipient, Vietnam War

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

- **Signature Style**: Signed in **pencil**

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

- **Presentation**: Securely sealed in PSA/DNA’s tamper-evident holder

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### **Summary:**

This authentic hand-signed cut signature by **Gerald O. Young** offers a unique opportunity to own a tangible piece of American valor. A symbol of **unmatched heroism**, this rare signature is a cornerstone addition for collectors of **Medal of Honor memorabilia**, **military autographs**, and **Air Force history**. Encapsulated by **PSA/DNA**, it comes with the highest standard of verification and display.

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.