Morris R. Jeppson Signed 3x5 Index Card with Service Record Inscription (PSA)

He was responsible for arming the atomic bomb "Little Boy" en route to Hiroshima, Japan

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Offered for auction is an **authentic hand-signed index card by WWII veteran Morris R. Jeppson**, Weapons Test Officer aboard the *Enola Gay* during the historic Hiroshima mission. The card is **encapsulated and authenticated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services**, ensuring its authenticity and preservation.

**Morris R. Jeppson** served as a U.S. Army Air Forces Lieutenant and was a crucial member of the historic *509th Composite Group*. On August 6, 1945, Jeppson was aboard the **B-29 Superfortress *Enola Gay*** as the **assistant weaponeer**, responsible for arming the atomic bomb ""Little Boy"" en route to Hiroshima, Japan. His role was vital—he removed the bomb's safety plugs during flight, making it ready for deployment. Jeppson’s actions directly contributed to the successful execution of the mission, which played a key role in ending World War II.

The **Enola Gay**, piloted by Colonel Paul Tibbets, became one of the most well-known aircraft in history as it dropped the first atomic bomb used in warfare over Hiroshima. This mission marked a turning point in global history, and every crew member, including Jeppson, played a pivotal role in its success.

* **Item**: Hand-signed index card by *Enola Gay* crewman Lt. Morris R. Jeppson

* **Signature**: Signed in ink

* **Authentication**: **Encapsulated and certified by PSA/DNA**

* **Condition**: Signature remains bold and well-preserved within PSA's tamper-evident holder

This rare and historically important signed item by *Enola Gay* officer Morris Jeppson provides a direct connection to the monumental events of August 1945. A distinguished addition to any collection of WWII, aviation, or atomic era memorabilia."

The item / autograph(s) has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA Encapsulated

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.

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