Description

Description: Tom Lehrer (b. 1928), the American musician, satirist, and mathematician,  signed this Dessert Storm Pro Set Military Asset trading card for bombs under lyrics from his satirical song, “Who’s Next?”. The quotation reads: “‘First we got the bomb and that was good, ‘Cause we love peace and motherhood.’ Tom Lehrer”.

In the 1950’s and 1960’s Tom Lehrer became known for his recordings of humorous songs like “When You Are Old and Gray,” a satirical song about love, and “We Will All Go Together When We Go,” an upbeat song about the nuclear extinction of humanity.

The verso of the 3 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ card has information on bombs. Item #A01661

Condition: Fine condition with bold signature.