World War II, B-29 Bomber Enola Gay at Isley Field, Saipan
PhotographerPhotographed by
Peter Kostecki
(American, 1923 - 2013)
Date9 August 1945
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 2 1/4 x 3 7/8in. (5.7 x 9.8cm)
Sheet (height x width): 2 3/4 x 4 3/8in. (7 x 11.1cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Peter Kostecki
Object number2001.101.3
DescriptionAn airplane with four propeller engines. The name "Enola Gay" is painted on the side near the nose. A number painted on the airplane is "82". There are other airplanes visible in the background.
NotesHistorical Note: Peter Kostecki took this photograph in the Pacific Theatre during his service in the United States Army during World War II.Status
Not on view
