William Webb Patterson Signed 'Last Voyage of the Yamato' 11x16 Lithograph (AIV)

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Dive into the depths of naval history with this exceptional find: a hand-signed 11 1/2 X 16 lithograph titled """"Last Voyage of the Yamato"""" by acclaimed artist Stan Stokes. Authenticated by AI-Verified authentication services, this captivating lithograph commemorates the final journey of the legendary Japanese battleship Yamato, as witnessed by WWII pilot William Webb Patterson.







In """"Last Voyage of the Yamato,"""" Stan Stokes expertly captures the dramatic moment when the mighty battleship Yamato meets its fate, surrounded by the tumultuous waters of the Pacific Ocean. Against a backdrop of stormy skies and crashing waves, the ship stands as a symbol of both power and vulnerability, reminding us of the realities of war.







The hand-signed signature of William Webb Patterson, a distinguished WWII pilot, adds an extra layer of authenticity and historical significance to this lithograph, making it a prized addition to any collection.







With AI-Verified authentication services, you can bid with confidence, knowing that the signature on this lithograph has been verified using cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology. This ensures that you are acquiring a genuine piece of history, signed by William Webb Patterson himself.







Don't miss your chance to own this rare piece of military memorabilia. Bid now and make this hand-signed Stan Stokes lithograph of """"Last Voyage of the Yamato,"""" authenticated by AI-Verified authentication services, the centerpiece of your collection. Honor the bravery and sacrifice of WWII pilot William Webb Patterson and commemorate the enduring legacy of naval history. Place your bid today and let this extraordinary piece of history become a cherished part of your collection! ""







Bill Patterson was born in Norfolk, Virginia in 1924. While growing up there he was active in both the Boy Scouts and Sea Scouts. World War 11 began while Bill was still in High - School, and he remembers reading about the epic battles in the Pacific. Upon graduation in 1942, he immediately joined the Navy as an aviation cadet. After extensive training he was awarded his wings, and commissioned in Pensacola, Florida as an Ensign in the Naval Reserve at the age of nineteen. Bill received operation training in the Grumman TBF torpedo aircraft. Later he would pick up a brand new TBM (General Motors produced version) at the factory in New Jersey, and would fly the aircraft to the West Coast. Here, Bill was assigned to VT-9 as a pilot, and commenced combat training with the unit, including carrier qualification. At this point in the War a typical carrier based torpedo squadron consisted of twenty-two pilots, who were generally between the ages of 20 and 22. The typical squadron commander was in his mid to late twenties, and the officers in the squadron were about 24 years old. VT-9 served on the carriers Essex, Lexington, and Yorktown in the Mariannas, Marshalls, Gilberts, Saipan, lwo jima, Okinawa, and Japan. Bill Patterson and his squadron also participated in the naval battle in the East China Sea on April 7, 1945 when the huge Japanese battleship Yamato, the cruiser Yahagi, and several destroyers were all destroyed. Bill put a torpedo into the Yahagi, and watched the Yamato explode in a giant mushroom cloud. Bill was awarded the Navy Cross for his action on this mission."

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Authentication: AIV COA

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