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Rene Paul Fonck, leading French fighter ace
Rene Paul Fonck (1894-1953), leading French fighter ace and his SPADs VII, which he flew as a member of the Escadrille SPA 103, part of the famous Groupe de Chasse 12, the Storks. His confirmed WW1 victories totalled 75. Date: circa 1916-1918
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© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Boots Chasse Escadrille Fonck Leading Medals Rene Spad Storks Groupe
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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the young and dashing Rene Paul Fonck (1894-1953), the leading French fighter ace of World War I, standing proudly before his SPAD VII aircraft. Fonck, a member of the renowned Escadrille SPA 103, part of the prestigious Groupe de Chasse 12, or the Storks, is seen here in his military uniform, adorned with numerous medals and insignia. The image, taken circa 1916-1918, exudes the spirit of the First Great War and the heroism of the men who took to the skies to defend their countries. Fonck's SPAD VII, a powerful and agile fighter plane, was a common sight in the skies above the Western Front. With its distinctive red and green camouflage, the SPAD VII was the mount of choice for many French pilots, including Fonck, who would go on to achieve an impressive total of 75 confirmed victories. The young man in the photograph, with his determined expression and polished boots, embodies the courage and determination of the fighter pilots of the era. This historical photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was at war and the skies above the battlefields of Europe were filled with the sounds of roaring engines and the sights of brave men in their aeroplanes. The image is a testament to the rich history of aviation during the First World War and the heroism of the men who took to the skies to defend their countries.
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