Fred Bock & Hugh Ferguson Signed 8x10 (PSA) The Great Artiste B-29 Pilots on the Nagasaki Mission

"Presenting for auction is a rare, hand-signed 8x10 photograph autographed by two distinguished veterans of the **509th Composite Group**, **Fred Bock** and **Hugh Ferguson**, key figures in the historic atomic bomb missions during World War II. This exceptional piece comes with a **PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity** and a matching authenticity sticker affixed to the photograph.

**Biography of Fred Bock:**

**Major Fred Bock** was a pilot in the **509th Composite Group**, the elite unit tasked with the delivery of the atomic bombs that ended World War II. On August 9, 1945, Bock flew the B-29 bomber **""Bockscar""**, which was initially assigned to him, as a support aircraft. However, for the Nagasaki mission, he switched planes and piloted another B-29, while his aircraft, Bockscar, dropped the atomic bomb on Nagasaki. His contributions to the mission were critical in ensuring the success of the operation that ultimately led to Japan's surrender and the end of the war.

**Biography of Hugh Ferguson:**

**Technical Sergeant Hugh Ferguson** served as a key crew member in the **509th Composite Group** and was instrumental in the preparation and execution of both the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bomb missions. As a technical specialist, Ferguson’s expertise contributed to the successful operations of the group’s aircraft and ensured the precise deployment of these world-altering weapons. His work behind the scenes played a significant role in one of the most momentous events in military history.

This photograph, signed by both Bock and Ferguson, offers a unique and highly collectible piece of WWII history. For military memorabilia collectors and history enthusiasts, this signed photograph represents a rare connection to two veterans who directly participated in the events that shaped the conclusion of World War II.

Complete with a **PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity** and a matching sticker affixed to the photograph, this auction presents an opportunity to own a significant piece of history from the legendary **509th Composite Group**."

The autograph(s) includes an official PSA/DNA hologram and matching LOA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA LOA

Due to the uniqueness of each item, please refer to the photos provided in this auction. We offer high resolution images of each item rather than a written description of condition.

This item is being shipped from the Pristine Auction warehouse.