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Lot #521
Enola Gay: Paul Tibbets

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Description

Five items signed in ballpoint or felt tip by Enola Gay Pilot Paul Tibbets, including: a glossy photo of the Enola Gay, which is also signed by Navigator Theodore 'Dutch' Van Kirk and Bombardier Tom Ferebee; a souvenir copy of General Thomas T. Handy's letter to General Carl Spaatz authorizing the dropping of the first atomic bomb: a semi-glossy photo of Tibbets waving from the Enola Gay cockpit; a semi-glossy photo of Tibbets in uniform standing in front of the Enola Gay; and a commemorative cover marked "First Flight Hiroshima." In overall fine condition.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #583 - Ended May 13, 2020