Babe Ruth & Sam Wood LE 1942 Original News Service Photo (PSA | Type I)

Photo measures 8" x 10" in size and features Babe Ruth (D. 1948, New York Yankees, HOF) and Sam Wood (D. 1949). The photo is limited edition and hand-numbered #44/59.

Babe Ruth and Sam Wood were prominent figures in American sports and entertainment, though their careers were in different fields.

Babe Ruth:

Full Name: George Herman "Babe" Ruth

Birth and Death: Born February 6, 1895, in Baltimore, Maryland, and passed away August 16, 1948.

Career: Ruth was a legendary baseball player, often regarded as one of the greatest of all time. He played for the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Boston Braves. Known for his powerful hitting, Ruth set numerous records, including the single-season home run record of 60 in 1927, which stood for 34 years.

Impact: Ruth's charisma and prowess on the field helped popularize baseball in America. He was a key figure in the Yankees' dominance during the 1920s and 1930s, winning seven World Series championships (four with the Yankees and three with the Red Sox).

Sam Wood:

Full Name: Samuel Wood

Birth and Death: Born July 10, 1883, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and passed away September 22, 1949.

Career: Wood was a prolific American film director and producer. He directed numerous successful films during Hollywood's Golden Age, including classics like Goodbye, Mr. Chips (1939), A Night at the Opera (1935), and The Big Store (1941).

Impact: Wood was known for his ability to work across various genres, from comedies to dramas. His work with the Marx Brothers and his significant contributions to the film industry earned him a place in Hollywood history.

Both Babe Ruth and Sam Wood left lasting legacies in their respective fields, with Ruth being a central figure in baseball history and Wood making significant contributions to American cinema.

The autograph(s) has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, as well as an official PSA/DNA LOA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA Encapsulated & PSA LOA

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