Paul Tibbets Signed Canadian WWII Commemorative FDC PSA Auto -He Flew Enola Gay

Title: WWII 50th Anniversary Canadian FDC Signed by Brigadier General Paul Tibbets – PSA/DNA Slabbed

Description:
Presented here is a commemorative First Day Cover (FDC) issued by Canada Post on November 10, 1989, marking the 50th anniversary of Canada's entry into the Second World War. The envelope features a historic photograph of Canadian troops departing for war and a green 38-cent Canadian stamp titled Second World War 1939–1945 – British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. The envelope bears a clear “Day of Issue” cancellation from Ottawa, Ontario and is prominently hand-signed by Brigadier General Paul W. Tibbets in bold blue ink.

This artifact is professionally authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA (Cert. #85481924), ensuring the long-term preservation and authenticity of Tibbets’ historically significant signature.

Historical Context:
This commemorative issue is part of Canada Post’s “Reluctantly at War Again – 1939–1989” series, created to honor Canada’s contribution to the Allied war effort. The back of the cover includes bilingual historical context about Canada’s mobilization following Britain’s declaration of war on Germany on September 3, 1939, and the crucial role Canada played in hosting the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan, a massive Allied initiative to train aircrew during WWII.

The signature adds profound historical weight:
Brigadier General Paul W. Tibbets (1915–2007) was the commander of the 509th Composite Group and the pilot of the B-29 Enola Gay, which dropped the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. His role in the most momentous single air mission of the 20th century—executed under orders of the Manhattan Project—cemented his place in world history. Tibbets remained active in commemorations and public education on WWII aviation until late in life.

Authentication & Encapsulation:

• Authentication: PSA/DNA Certified Authentic Autograph

• Certification Number: 85481924

• Encapsulation: Tamper-proof PSA/DNA holder for permanent protection and display

Closing Appeal:
This signed First Day Cover uniquely bridges Canadian WWII remembrance with the legacy of one of the most consequential figures in global military history. With the authoritative signature of Paul Tibbets, pilot of the Enola Gay, this PSA-certified piece is an outstanding acquisition for collectors of wartime philately, aviation history, and pivotal WWII memorabilia.