Charlie Duke Signed Print (PSA Encapsulated) NASA Apollo 16 Moonwalker

"Hand-Signed 5x7 Print by NASA Apollo 15 Moonwalker Charlie Duke – Encapsulated by PSA/DNA

This exceptional 5x7 print is hand-signed by NASA Apollo 16 astronaut Charlie Duke, one of only twelve men to have walked on the Moon. Encapsulated by PSA/DNA, this rare collectible preserves the signature of a legendary space explorer whose contributions to the Apollo program remain an integral part of human spaceflight history.

Charlie Duke – Apollo 16 Lunar Module Pilot & Moonwalker

Brigadier General Charles Moss ""Charlie"" Duke Jr. (born October 3, 1935) is a retired U.S. Air Force officer, test pilot, and NASA astronaut best known as the Lunar Module Pilot of Apollo 16, the fifth successful mission to land humans on the Moon. His role in NASA’s Apollo program and his legacy in space exploration have left an indelible mark on history.

Selected as a NASA astronaut in 1966, Duke first gained recognition as the CAPCOM (Capsule Communicator) for the Apollo 11 mission, famously responding to Neil Armstrong's historic first words on the Moon. Three years later, on April 20, 1972, Duke became the tenth person to walk on the Moon during the Apollo 16 mission, alongside mission commander John Young.

Duke and Young spent over 71 hours on the lunar surface in the Descartes Highlands, conducting extensive geological research, collecting over 200 pounds of lunar samples, and utilizing the Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) to explore the Moon’s rugged terrain. Duke also famously left a photograph of his family on the lunar surface, which remains there to this day.

Legacy & Contributions to Space Exploration

After his Apollo 16 mission, Duke continued to serve in the U.S. Air Force, eventually retiring as a Brigadier General. He later became an entrepreneur, speaker, and advocate for space exploration, inspiring future generations with his experiences as a Moonwalker. His achievements earned him induction into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame and numerous prestigious awards, recognizing his role in advancing human spaceflight.

Piece Overview

This hand-signed 5x7 print by Apollo 16 Moonwalker Charlie Duke is a remarkable tribute to one of NASA’s pioneering astronauts. His signature is permanently encapsulated by PSA/DNA, ensuring its preservation and authenticity for generations to come.

For space history collectors, Apollo program enthusiasts, and those inspired by human space exploration, this signed Charlie Duke print represents a rare and valuable addition to any collection, commemorating the legacy of one of the twelve men who walked on the Moon."

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