Joe Foss Signed 8x10 Photo WWII VMF-121 Ace 26 Victories (PSA)

**Hand-Signed 8x10 Photograph by WWII Ace & Medal of Honor Recipient Joe Foss – Authenticated by PSA/DNA**

This **exceptional 8x10 photograph**, **hand-signed by WWII Marine Corps Ace and Medal of Honor Recipient Joe Foss**, is a **historically significant tribute to one of America’s most distinguished fighter pilots**. As a **legendary F4F Wildcat pilot and commander of VMF-121**, Foss became the **first American Ace of World War II to match the record of WWI’s Eddie Rickenbacker**, achieving **26 aerial victories** in the **Pacific Theater**. This **rare and valuable collectible comes authenticated by PSA/DNA authentication services**, featuring the **PSA/DNA hologram affixed to the item**, along with a **PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity** verifying its provenance and authenticity.

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### **Joe Foss – Marine Corps Fighter Ace & National Hero**

Joe Foss (1915–2003) was a **United States Marine Corps Major and legendary fighter ace** of World War II. Serving as the **Commanding Officer of Marine Fighting Squadron 121 (VMF-121)** in the **Solomon Islands Campaign**, Foss played a pivotal role in securing **air superiority during the Battle of Guadalcanal**.

Flying the **Grumman F4F Wildcat**, Foss **personally shot down 26 enemy aircraft**, becoming **the leading Marine Corps ace of the war**. His outstanding leadership and **fearless aggression in aerial combat** earned him the **Medal of Honor**, awarded by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1943.

Following the war, Foss continued to serve his country in various capacities, including as **the Governor of South Dakota, the first Commissioner of the American Football League (AFL), and President of the National Rifle Association (NRA)**.

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### **Medal of Honor Citation – Captain Joe Foss**

*""For outstanding heroism and courage in action against enemy Japanese forces in the Solomon Islands area from 9 October to 19 November 1942. Engaging in almost daily combat with enemy Japanese aircraft attempting to bomb and strafe American ground positions and surface forces, Captain Foss personally shot down 23 enemy planes and damaged others so severely that their destruction was extremely probable. In addition, during this period he successfully led several escort missions of American bombers and, on 15 November, engaged in an aerial fight against a superior number of enemy planes, shooting down three and severely damaging a fourth. His outstanding performance was an inspiration to his squadron and contributed materially to the success of our forces in the Solomon Islands. His unwavering devotion to duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.""*

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### **Piece Overview**

This **hand-signed 8x10 photograph** is a **rare and historically significant collectible**, honoring the **courage and legacy of Joe Foss—one of the most celebrated fighter aces and Medal of Honor recipients in U.S. military history**.

Authenticated by **PSA/DNA authentication services**, this item **bears the PSA/DNA hologram affixed to the photograph** and comes with a **PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity**.

For **military history collectors, WWII aviation enthusiasts, and those who appreciate American heroism**, this signed photograph represents a **unique opportunity to own a piece of history, celebrating the remarkable career of Joe Foss—one of the greatest fighter pilots of World War II**.

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.