Washington inscribed his signature "Tuskegee
reminding all who pass by of Brooklyn's rich baseball legacy
PSA EX-MT 6
Though Gehrig had retired from playing earlier that season after being diagnosed with ALS
often with only a handful of examples known
Lou Gehrig Day 1939, Luckiest Man Speech Original Photo. Iconic Image PSA Type 2 Signed Check Washington inscribed his signature "TuskegeeThe Pride of the Yankees! We are proud to offer a rare and powerful piece of baseball and American historyan original, crystal clear photograph of Lou Gehrig, captured on July 4, 1939, during his legendary farewell at Yankee Stadium. That day, known as Lou Gehrig Appreciation Day, marked one of the most emotional moments in sports. As Gehrig stood alone at home plate, addressing a crowd of over 60,000 fans, he delivered the now immortal words: Today,