Richard E. Cole & Hank Potter Signed WWII Cut Signature Doolitle Raiders Crew #1 (PSA)

**Hand-Signed 2 1/2"" x 3 1/2"" Cut Signature by WWII Doolittle Raiders Richard E. Cole and Henry Potter – Encapsulated by PSA/DNA**

This rare 2 1/2"" x 3 1/2"" cut signature is hand signed by two of the brave crew members of Plane #1 from the historic Doolittle Raid on Tokyo—Richard E. Cole and Henry Potter. Encapsulated by PSA/DNA, this piece offers a unique connection to one of the most daring and pivotal missions of World War II.

- **Richard E. Cole**: Serving as the co-pilot to Lt. Col. James Doolittle on Plane #1, Cole was a key participant in the raid. His exceptional skill and bravery helped make the mission a success, as the crew navigated uncharted territory to strike the Japanese mainland in retaliation for the attack on Pearl Harbor.

- **Henry Potter**: As the flight engineer and gunner on Plane #1, Potter played an essential role in ensuring the functionality of the aircraft during the mission. His contributions to the raid were critical in maintaining the crew’s safety as they ventured into hostile territory on their high-risk mission.

**Doolittle Raiders Biography**: The Doolittle Raid, led by Lt. Col. James Doolittle on April 18, 1942, was the first air raid by the United States to strike the Japanese home islands during World War II. Sixteen B-25 Mitchell bombers launched from the USS Hornet on a daring mission to boost American morale and demonstrate that Japan was vulnerable to American air power. Despite the immense risks, the raid succeeded in its objective, providing a significant psychological impact on both the United States and Japan. The men who participated in this operation became known as the Doolittle Raiders, embodying courage, ingenuity, and determination.

This encapsulated cut signature by two of the heroic crew members of Plane #1 is a valuable and rare collectible, paying homage to the bravery and significance of the Doolittle Raiders. A timeless piece for collectors of World War II history and military memorabilia.

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

Authentication: PSA Encapsulated

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.