WWII MOH James Swett Signed Print LE 500 USMC Ace - 15.5 Victories (PSA)

"**Unframed Hand-Signed 19½"" x 25½"" Limited Edition Print by Keck’s Fine Art Depicting WWII Ace and Medal of Honor Recipient James Swett – Hand Signed by James Swett and Artist J.G. Keck – PSA/DNA Authenticated with Letter of Authenticity**

Offered for auction is a distinguished **unframed 19½"" x 25½"" fine art print** from the acclaimed **Keck’s Fine Art WWII Ace series**, **hand signed by U.S. Marine Corps Ace and Medal of Honor recipient James Swett**, as well as **artist J.G. Keck**. This piece is part of a **limited edition of only 500 prints**, and comes **authenticated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**, accompanied by their **Letter of Authenticity**.

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### **About WWII Ace James Swett (1920–2009)**

**First Lieutenant James E. Swett** served as a fighter pilot with **Marine Fighting Squadron 221 (VMF-221)** during World War II and is among the most revered aces of the Pacific Theater. Swett was awarded the **Medal of Honor** for his extraordinary heroism on **April 7, 1943**, during the **Battle of Tulagi and Gavutu-Tanambogo**, part of the Solomon Islands campaign.

On that day, in his first combat mission, Swett encountered a massive Japanese aerial attack on U.S. naval forces. Despite being vastly outnumbered, he engaged in fierce combat, shooting down **seven enemy aircraft in a single mission**, an unprecedented feat for a first-time combat pilot. Though wounded and with his aircraft damaged, Swett demonstrated unmatched bravery and determination.

Over the course of the war, James Swett flew the **F4F Wildcat and later the F4U Corsair**, achieving a total of **15.5 aerial victories**, solidifying his place among the elite **American Fighter Aces** of WWII. He continued to serve with distinction and later reached the rank of **Major** in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve.

Swett’s gallantry earned him the **Medal of Honor**, **Distinguished Flying Cross**, and numerous Air Medals. He remains one of the most legendary Marine aviators of the war.

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### **About the Artwork**

This powerful print by noted aviation artist **J.G. Keck** honors James Swett in dramatic style, showcasing his aircraft amid the Pacific skies where he earned his place in history. The artwork captures both the intensity and honor of aerial combat, making it a fitting tribute to one of the war’s greatest heroes.

Each of the **500 limited edition prints** was **hand signed by James Swett and J.G. Keck**, preserving their legacies through this exceptional collectible.

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### **Item Details**

- **Title**: WWII Ace James Swett (untitled artist print)

- **Dimensions**: 19½"" x 25½"" (unframed)

- **Edition**: Limited Edition of 500 prints

- **Signatures**: James Swett and Artist J.G. Keck

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

- **Includes**: **PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity**

- **Condition**: Excellent – sharp autographs, display-ready quality

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This limited edition hand-signed print is a poignant and highly collectible tribute to **Medal of Honor recipient James Swett**, one of the most valiant airmen of WWII. A centerpiece for any serious collection of **military aviation memorabilia**, this artwork immortalizes the courage and legacy of one of America’s finest fighter pilots.

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.

This item is being shipped from the Pristine Auction warehouse.