German rocket scientist (1912–1977) who emigrated to the United States following World War II and assumed an instrumental role in the development of the American space program. Glossy 5 x 7 photo, signed and inscribed in blue ink, “Mr. Charles L— avec mes meilleurs sentiments, Wernher von Braun.” Scattered dings and surface marks (visible mainly from an angle), slightly indistinct contrast of writing against background, and faint crease lightly touching first name, otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.
