Robert Leckie Signed Cut Signature (D) WWII USMC Guadalcanal 1st Marine Division ULTRA RARE Signature (PSA)

**Hand-Signed Cut Signature by WWII USMC Veteran Robert Leckie – Encapsulated by PSA/DNA**

This rare and highly collectible hand-signed cut signature is from WWII U.S. Marine Corps machine gunner Robert Leckie, a member of H (How) Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. Encapsulated by PSA/DNA, this scarce signature offers a personal connection to one of the most notable figures from the Pacific Theater in World War II.

**Robert Leckie**:

Robert Leckie served as a machine gunner in the U.S. Marine Corps during some of the most intense and pivotal battles of the Pacific War. Enlisting in 1942, Leckie fought in major campaigns, including Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester, and Peleliu, where he experienced the brutal realities of frontline combat. His firsthand experiences during the war led him to write *Helmet for My Pillow*, a bestselling memoir that vividly recounts the hardships, camaraderie, and heroism of Marines in the Pacific.

Leckie’s memoir served as one of the primary sources for the acclaimed HBO miniseries *The Pacific*, produced by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg. The series brought Leckie’s story, along with those of other Marines, to a global audience, shedding light on the sacrifices made by U.S. forces in the Pacific Theater. His portrayal in *The Pacific* cemented his legacy as an important voice in the history of World War II.

**Piece Overview**:

This hand-signed cut signature by Robert Leckie is an exceptionally scarce and valuable item, representing a key figure in the story of the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII. Leckie’s contributions to military history through both his service and his writings have made his signature a highly sought-after collectible for enthusiasts of WWII memorabilia and military history.

Encapsulated by PSA/DNA, this signature is preserved for future generations, ensuring its authenticity and value. For collectors of military history and WWII artifacts, this signed piece by Robert Leckie is an extraordinary addition, honoring a Marine whose story continues to inspire and educate through his memoir and its depiction in *The Pacific*.

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

Authentication: PSA Encapsulated

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