• Brand new 1/144 scale diecast model of Boeing B-29 Superfortress Bomber Aircraft U.S. Air Force "Enola Gay" with 1/60 Scale "Little Boy" Bomb Replica die cast model by Air Force 1.
• Brand new box.
• Detailed exterior.
• True-to-scale detail.
• Includes display stand.
• Officially licensed product.
• Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
• Dimensions approximately Length- 7.25, Wingspan- 11.5 inches.
• Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
• It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.

HISTORY ASPECTS:

The B-29 Superfortress "Enola Gay" holds a unique and significant place in history as the aircraft that dropped the world's first atomic bomb. On August 6, 1945, during World War II, the Enola Gay, piloted by Colonel Paul Tibbets, Jr., and his crew, carried out the mission that forever changed the course of warfare. The bomb, codenamed "Little Boy," was dropped over the Japanese city of Hiroshima, leading to its complete devastation and the eventual surrender of Japan.
This pivotal moment marked the culmination of the Manhattan Project's efforts to develop and deploy the atomic bomb, and it ushered in the nuclear age. The use of atomic weapons on Hiroshima and, subsequently, on Nagasaki three days later, brought about the end of World War II and influenced the dynamics of global conflicts for decades to come. The Enola Gay's mission remains a subject of intense debate and ethical considerations, symbolizing both the devastating power of nuclear weapons and the responsibility that comes with their possession.
The B-29 Superfortress "Enola Gay" with "Little Boy" is a testament to this historic event and its impact on world history. This 1:144 scale model, including a 1:60 scale "Little Boy" bomb replica, allows enthusiasts to commemorate this pivotal moment in aviation and warfare history. Displaying this meticulously crafted model serves as a poignant reminder of the profound consequences of military actions and the complex decisions that shape the course of human events.