Saburo Sakai Signed 8x10 Photograph WWII Japanese Ace 64 Victories (PSA)

"**Hand-Signed 8x10 Photograph by WWII Japanese Zero Ace Saburo Sakai – PSA/DNA Authenticated with Letter of Authenticity**

Offered is an exceptional **8x10 photograph hand-signed by Imperial Japanese Navy Fighter Ace Saburo Sakai**, one of Japan’s most renowned and respected aviators of the Second World War. The photograph bears Sakai’s bold signature and is **authenticated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**, accompanied by their **official Letter of Authenticity**.

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### **Saburo Sakai – Imperial Japanese Navy Fighter Ace (1916–2000)**

Saburo Sakai served as a fighter pilot in the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II and is recognized as one of Japan’s **leading Aces**, officially credited with **64 aerial victories**. He flew the iconic **Mitsubishi A6M Zero**, and saw extensive combat in the Pacific Theater, including battles over China, the Philippines, Dutch East Indies, and Guadalcanal.

Sakai distinguished himself not only through his flying skill and tactical brilliance but also by his extraordinary resilience. On **August 7, 1942**, during a dogfight near Guadalcanal, he was severely wounded—blinded in one eye and partially paralyzed. Despite these injuries, he managed to fly his crippled Zero nearly 600 miles back to base, a feat regarded as one of the most incredible survival stories in aviation history.

He later returned to combat, continuing to fly missions until the end of the war. Following Japan's surrender, Sakai dedicated his post-war life to peace and reconciliation, becoming a respected figure internationally for his message of forgiveness and his personal transformation.

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### **Legacy**

Saburo Sakai is remembered not only for his wartime accomplishments but also for his later advocacy of peace and mutual understanding. His autobiography, *Samurai!*, co-written with Martin Caidin, became an international bestseller and provided rare insight into the experiences of a Japanese pilot during WWII.

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### **Item Overview**

- **Signed by**: Saburo Sakai

- **Photograph size**: 8x10 inches

- **Authentication**: PSA/DNA Certified with matching **Letter of Authenticity**

- **Signature type**: Hand-signed in ink

This hand-signed photograph is a rare and historically significant artifact from one of WWII’s most legendary aviators. A meaningful addition for collectors of **military history, WWII aviation, and international historical figures**, this piece stands as a testament to valor, endurance, and reconciliation.

Secure this **PSA/DNA-authenticated** signed photograph of **Saburo Sakai**, and own a powerful piece of aviation and global history."

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 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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