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Fine Art Print : Vickers 406 Wellington B-2
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Vickers 406 Wellington B-2
An RAF Vickers Wellington Mk II Bomber of 104 Sqn Being Loaded with Bombs by Ground Crew Prior to a Sortie Date: 1941
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1941 Aircraft Exterior Airports Environs External Jackets Life Jackets Locale Merlin Rolls Royce Surrounding Surroundings Uniforms Warbird
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, portrays a Vickers 406 Wellington B-2 of the Royal Air Force's 104 Squadron being prepared for a sortie in 1941. The meticulous attention to detail in the ground crew's activities and the ominous presence of the loaded bombs evoke the intensity and bravery of the World War II era. Adorn your walls with this evocative piece of history and bring a touch of nostalgia into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "Preparing for Combat: A 1941 RAF Vickers Wellington Bomber of 104 Squadron Being Loaded with Bombs by Ground Crew" In this evocative black-and-white photograph, we witness the intense preparations taking place before the takeoff of a Royal Air Force (RAF) Vickers Wellington Mk II bomber of 104 Squadron. The scene unfolds at an airfield in the United Kingdom during the pivotal year of 1941. The Wellington, a vital component of the RAF's strategic bombing campaign against Nazi Germany, is seen undergoing final preparations before a sortie. Ground crew members, dressed in their distinctive blue denim overalls and RAF cap badges, work diligently to ensure the aircraft's readiness for combat. They carefully load bombs onto the bomb bay, each one secured with a series of safety pins and chains. The Rolls-Royce Merlin engines, a symbol of British engineering excellence, roar in the background, their power and might a testament to the technological prowess of the era. The crew members don their KEP (Kevlar-lined, Escape, Protective) jackets and life jackets, essential equipment for their survival in the event of a forced landing or ditching in water. The jackets, with their distinctive orange and red stripes, are a stark reminder of the inherent dangers faced by the brave men and women of the RAF during World War II. The exterior of the Wellington, with its distinctive shape and lines, is a sight to behold. The aircraft's dark, menacing form, contrasted against the grey, overcast skies, exudes a sense of determination and resilience. The surrounding airfield, with its various aircraft and support structures, provides a glimpse into the bustling, frenetic atmosphere of a wartime airbase. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the RAF during the darkest days of World War II. It is a testament to the bravery, dedication, and ingenuity of the men and women who served in the RAF, and the vital role they played in the Allied victory.
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