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Canvas Print : Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, WW2
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Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, WW2
Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding during WW2 - he was the builder and Commander-in-Chief of Fighter Command from 1936 to November 1940 (until the end of the Battle of Britain). Date: 1941
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Media ID 23459608
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, WW2" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image showcases Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding during World War II, a pivotal figure in the history of the Royal Air Force. As the builder and Commander-in-Chief of Fighter Command from 1936 to November 1940, Dowding led the defense of the United Kingdom during the Battle of Britain. This high-quality canvas print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, perfectly captures the determination and leadership of this legendary military leader. Bring history into your home with this inspiring and authentic piece of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding (1882-1970): A Pivotal Figure in the Battle of Britain This evocative photograph captures Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding during World War II, as he stood steadfastly overseeing the operations of Fighter Command. The image, taken in 1941, portrays Dowding in the height of his leadership role, having built and commanded Fighter Command from 1936 until the end of the Battle of Britain in November 1940. Sir Hugh Dowding's tenure as Air Officer Commanding Fighter Command was marked by his unwavering belief in the potential of the Royal Air Force (RAF) to defend the skies against the relentless attacks of the German Air Force (Luftwaffe). In the face of skepticism from some of his superiors, Dowding championed the development of a modern, centralized air defense system, which included the establishment of a network of radar stations and the deployment of advanced fighter aircraft such as the Supermarine Spitfire and Hawker Hurricane. The Battle of Britain, which raged from July to October 1940, proved to be a turning point in the war. The RAF, under Dowding's command, successfully repelled the Luftwaffe's attempts to gain air superiority over the United Kingdom. The victory not only saved Britain from invasion but also boosted morale and shifted the tide of the war in favor of the Allies. This powerful photograph encapsulates the determination and resilience of Sir Hugh Dowding, a pivotal figure in the Battle of Britain and the history of the RAF.
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