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Historic Chicago Daily Tribune newspaper from Tuesday, August 7, 1945, reporting on the first atomic bomb attack. The front page features the major headline “JAPS HIT BY ATOMIC BOMB!” along with the headline “BONG KILLED IN JET CRASH.”
This original 1945 newspaper is a fascinating World War II and atomic-age collectible, preserving contemporary reporting from one of the most consequential moments in modern history. An excellent piece for collectors of WWII memorabilia, historic newspapers, military history, American history, or atomic-era artifacts.
DETAILS
- Publication: Chicago Daily Tribune
- Date: Tuesday, August 7, 1945
- Headline: “JAPS HIT BY ATOMIC BOMB!”
- Additional Headline: “BONG KILLED IN JET CRASH”
- Type: Original vintage newspaper
- Subject: World War II / Atomic Bomb / Military History
- Era: 1940s
CONDITION
Acceptable Condition.
The newspaper has some discoloration and aging throughout. It was stored folded for a number of years, but is otherwise intact and remains in acceptable condition. The paper is legible and can be opened for reading and display.
Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition and appearance.
SHIPPING
The newspaper will be carefully packaged to help protect this historic and fragile vintage paper collectible during shipping.
From a smoke-free home.
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