November 2024 Auction Ends Thursday, November 21st, 5pm Pacific
Lot of items signed by World War II aviators and heroes, including:
1) Enola Gay crew-signed photograph measuring 12'' x 8''. Glossy photo is signed by five crew members: Pilot Paul Tibbets, Bombadier Tom Ferebee, Navigator Dutch Van Kirk, Radio Operator Richard Nelson and Weapons Officer Morrison Jeppson. Near fine condition.
2) Bockscar crew-signed photograph measuring 11.5'' x 7.75''. Glossy photo is signed by four crew members: Pilot Charles Sweeney, Co-Pilots Charles Albury and Fred Olivi, and Flight Engineer John Kuharek. Near fine condition.
3) Cover signed by Marine Sgt. John Basilone, the only enlisted Marine to receive both the Medal of Honor and Navy Cross. Basilone died while fighting at Iwo Jima, making his autograph quite rare. Cover is postmarked 1 November 1941 from Niagara Falls. Measures 6.5'' x 3.75''. Very good plus condition.
4) Photo signed by U.S. Army Major Dick Winters, Purple Heart recipient made famous in the ''Band of Brothers'' series. Winters signs and writes ''Hang Tough'' on the 4'' x 5.5'' photo. Near fine condition.
Enola Gay Crew-Signed 12'' x 8'' Photo -- Also Includes Large Bockscar Crew-Signed Photo, John Basilone Signed Cover and Dick Winters Signed Photo
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