James Swett Signed 8x10 Photo WWII VMF-221 Ace 15.5 Victories (AIV)

"**Auction Description:**

We are honored to present a truly exceptional item for auction: a hand-signed 8x10 photograph by **James Swett**, a distinguished American Fighter Ace with VMF-221 during World War II. Swett, a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, achieved an impressive 15 1/2 aerial victories, distinguishing himself as one of the most decorated pilots of his era. This photograph, bearing Swett's authentic signature, is not only a testament to his valor and heroism but also a rare and highly sought-after artifact of military history.

The photograph is accompanied by an **AI-Verified Certificate of Authenticity** (COA), ensuring the legitimacy of the signature. Additionally, a matching hologram is affixed to the photograph, providing further verification of its authenticity and safeguarding its value for collectors and historians alike.

This is a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of World War II history signed by a renowned fighter ace and Medal of Honor recipient. Such items are exceedingly rare and highly valuable, making this a distinguished addition to any collection. Bidders are encouraged to act swiftly, as this remarkable artifact is sure to attract significant interest."

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 lot / autograph(s) includes an official Authentication Integrity Verified (AIV) hologram and matching COA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: AIV COA

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.