Charlie Duke & Eugene Kranz Signed Apollo Into The Wild Blue Yonder Lithograph (PSA) Apollo Moonwalker & Flight Director

"**Charles Duke & Gene Kranz Hand-Signed ""Into the Wild Blue Yonder"" 1997 Lithograph – Also Signed by Artist Jay Ashurst – PSA/DNA Authenticated**

Offered is an **unframed limited edition lithograph titled ""Into the Wild Blue Yonder,""** hand signed in pencil by two iconic figures in the history of American space exploration: **Apollo 16 Moonwalker Brigadier General Charles Duke** and **Apollo 11 & Apollo 13 Flight Director Gene Kranz**. Also hand signed by renowned aviation artist **Jay Ashurst**, this beautifully rendered 1997 lithograph captures the courage, legacy, and vision of NASA’s greatest era. The lithograph comes **authenticated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services** and includes their **Letter of Authenticity**.

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### **About Charles Duke**

**Brig. Gen. Charles Moss Duke Jr.** (b. 1935) served as the Lunar Module Pilot of **Apollo 16**, becoming the **tenth—and youngest—man to walk on the Moon** during the April 1972 mission. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and an Air Force test pilot, Duke also served as CapCom during the Apollo 11 mission and played a crucial role in guiding Armstrong and Aldrin during the first lunar landing. His contributions to spaceflight, both in orbit and on the lunar surface, remain an enduring part of NASA’s legacy.

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### **About Gene Kranz**

**Eugene F. ""Gene"" Kranz** (b. 1933) is one of NASA’s most celebrated figures, known for his leadership as **Flight Director** during some of NASA’s most critical moments, including the successful Moon landing of **Apollo 11** and the heroic recovery of the imperiled **Apollo 13** crew. His trademark vest and decisive command style became synonymous with the golden era of mission control. His motto, **""Failure is not an option,""** continues to inspire generations of aerospace professionals.

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### **About the Artist – Jay Ashurst**

**Jay Ashurst** is a premier American aviation artist whose work has captured the valor of military and space heroes for over four decades. His attention to detail and historical accuracy has earned him the respect of both collectors and veterans alike.

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### **Item Details**

- **Title**: ""Into the Wild Blue Yonder""

- **Year**: 1997

- **Signatures**: Hand signed in pencil by **Charles Duke**, **Gene Kranz**, and artist **Jay Ashurst**

- **Dimensions**: Standard lithograph size (unframed)

- **Authentication**: **PSA/DNA Authenticated** with full **Letter of Authenticity**

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This signed lithograph is a tribute to the ingenuity, bravery, and teamwork that defined America’s journey to the Moon. With autographs from a Moonwalker and one of NASA’s most iconic flight directors, this piece stands as a stunning testament to the Apollo era and is a prized addition to any collection of space memorabilia or aviation art."

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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