Kenneth Walsh Signed Cut With Portrait WWII USMC Ace 21 Victories (PSA)

Cut measures 3"" x 5"" in size and has been hand-signed by Kenneth Walsh.

Up for auction is an extraordinary piece of history—a signed cut signature of WWII Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Kenneth Walsh, authenticated and encapsulated by the prestigious PSA/DNA authentication services.

Kenneth Walsh's heroic exploits during WWII have earned him a revered place in military history. As a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, Walsh's bravery and valor exemplify the highest ideals of courage and sacrifice.

This signed cut signature serves as a tangible link to Walsh's remarkable legacy. Authenticated by PSA/DNA, a trusted authority in autograph authentication, this signature comes with a certificate of authenticity, ensuring its genuineness and provenance.

Encased within a protective casing by PSA/DNA, this signed cut signature is not just a collectible—it's a piece of living history. Whether you're a dedicated collector or a history enthusiast, owning Walsh's signature offers a rare opportunity to connect with one of America's greatest heroes.

Don't miss this chance to own a genuine signature of Kenneth Walsh, encapsulated by PSA/DNA. Place your bid now and add an invaluable piece of WWII history to your collection. Bid with confidence and honor Walsh's legacy by securing this prized artifact today!""

Lieutenant Colonel Ken Walsh is the top scoring living F4U Corsair ace with 21 air victories and 140 combat missions. “Join the Marines and Learn to Fly” was the poster that prompted Walsh to enlist in the Corps as a private on 15 December 1933. Late on 15 August 1943, Walsh led a flight of five Corsairs from Munda on combat air patrol. After arriving on station near Vella Lavella, US Navy radar warned of ""a large bogey,"" later reported as approximately 30 Japanese aircraft, approaching the area. Determined to thwart the enemy attack, Walsh unhesitatingly dove into the enemy formation. After downing one Zero, he attacked a formation of Val dive bombers during which his Corsair received numerous 20-mm hits, including one in the starboard wing fuel tank. Taking violent evasive action, Walsh flew into a cloud. As he put it, ""Of course my gyros tumbled and I experienced vertigo! After some needle-ball-air speed, I exited the base of the cloud inverted, in about 43 degrees of dive, looking into the crater of an extinct volcano on the island of Kolombangara! Now at minimum altitude, I righted the aircraft and began a pull-out, trying, hoping, and trying not to black out! For an instant I thought I'd never make it.But then I missed the outer crater rim; yes, just barely missed the rim...It was a close call."" He returned to base where his aircraft was declared a total loss.

The autograph(s) has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA Encapsulated

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