Richard Dick Cole (RE Cole) Signed 8x10 WWII Doolittle Raiders Hero Auto BECKETT
From the Steve Grad Autograph Collection, here is an incredible signed 8x10 photo of a B-25 bomber launching from the USS Hornet during the historic Doolittle Raid, autographed by Lt. Col. Richard “Dick” Cole (1915–2019). Authenticated by Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) Cert #BD86118 with tamper-evident sticker.
About Dick Cole (1915–2019):
Served as Jimmy Doolittle’s co-pilot during the legendary Doolittle Raid on Japan (April 18, 1942), America’s first offensive strike following Pearl Harbor.
The raid was a daring and morale-boosting mission, proving Japan’s vulnerability and marking a turning point early in WWII.
After the raid, Cole continued to serve with distinction in the China-Burma-India Theater, flying dangerous supply missions over the Himalayas (“The Hump”).
Retired as a Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Air Force.
Passed away on April 9, 2019, at the age of 103 — he was the last surviving member of the Doolittle Raiders.
Item Details:
Size: 8x10 black-and-white photo depicting a B-25 launching from the USS Hornet.
Signature: Bold black ink signature of Dick Cole.
Authentication: Beckett Authentication Services (Cert #BD86118).
Provenance: Obtained directly from Dick Cole by Steve Grad.
From the Steve Grad Collection:
Steve Grad is the lead authenticator for Beckett Authentication Services, a featured expert on Pawn Stars (History Channel), and the former Head Authenticator at PSA/DNA. His collection includes some of the rarest and most historically significant autographs.
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