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The 509th Composite Group was created to plan and execute the deployment of the first atomic bomb. Gen. Paul Tibbets headed up that
group and flew a B-29 named The Enola Gay in August 1945 and completed the mission that many feel brought a quick end to World War II.
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Limited time only, with the minimum purchase of $75.00US from the collectible section, we will Include this beautiful handsigned 8 x 10 autographed photo of "Bockscar" on Tinian signed by Bill Barney Radar operator. Quantities are limited, while supplies last. |
The 509th Remembered!
If there ever was a book that is a must for everyone interested in the history of the 509th Composite Group, this is it! Here is the complete history of America's atomic bomb missions during WWII as told through the personal reminiscences and photos of the 509th veterans themselves. - Click here!
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A Veteran Remembers...
Lt. Col. Thomas Classen, quiet hero and Deputy Commander of the 509th. Recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross for a gun battle from his B17 with eight Japanese Zeros. He expertly trained the 393rd Bomb Squadron which became the nucleus of the 509th.
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This web site contains historical information from that period along with a large selection of rarely seen images of the men, documents and aircraft involved. We hope you will also visit the Message Forum to join in discussions about the Enola Gay, The Manhattan Project, 509th Composite Group and more.
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Visit Our Enola Gay and
509th Composite Group Collectibles section for a selection of rare and
unique historical items that are not available anywhere else-
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509th newsletter
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509th Veterans & families - Outstanding
Unit Award
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Los
Alamos-Life on the Hill by Larry Johnston
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Paul Tibbets Interview by Studs Terkel
Dropping The Atomic Bomb - By Richard Russell
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