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Framed Print of WW2: RAF fighter pilot Douglas Bader and wife Patsy attending party. 29th May 1945
WW2: RAF fighter pilot Douglas Bader and wife Patsy attending party.
29th May 1945.
Bader was one of Britains greates heroes of WW2. He was an RAF pilot before the war but in December 1931 he almost lost his life. He was flying low over a military airfield when his wingtip caught the ground. Doctors had to amputate both his legs in order to save his life. Under the Kings Regulations it was the end of his flying career. He got a pair of artificial legs but the RAF turned down his request to rejoin so he went to work as a pilot for the Shell Oil Company. When England went to war with Germany the RAF was so short of pilots that they waived the regulations. From June 1940 to August 1941 the ace downed 22 German planes. All the while there was a warrant out for his arrest on speeding charges. As a Spitfire Squadron Commander Bader rewrote aerial combat. He introduced the tactic of flying at very high altitude and then thundering down on the Luftwaffe planes, guns blazing. He also proved that larger squadrons of Spitfires would be more effective. He was allowed to test this out and within a month his larger squadron downed 152 German bombers. Later in the war Bader was stationed in France. He attacked six German planes solo, got two of them but his plane was sliced in two by the propeller of a third. As he tried to bail out one of his legs caught and snapped in two. He was captured and taken to hospital where as an act of courtesy the Germans requested that the RAF parachute in a replacement leg for him. Back on two feet, he waited barely 48 hours before escaping. He was recaptured and sent to Germany. © Mirrorpix
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Step back in time with our framed print from Memory Lane Prints, featuring an iconic image of Douglas Bader and his wife Patsy at a post-war celebration on 29th May 1945. This evocative photograph captures the spirit of victory and joy in the aftermath of World War II. Douglas Bader, a British RAF fighter pilot and one of the war's greatest heroes, is shown in this rare moment of relaxation with his beloved wife. This beautifully presented framed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, aviation aficionados, and anyone who appreciates the rich tapestry of 20th-century history. Add this piece to your collection and bring a touch of nostalgia to your home or office.
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Photo Prints - Relive history with this photograph from our WW2 collection, featuring RAF fighter pilot Douglas Bader and his wife Patsy at a post-war celebration on 29th May 1945. Known as one of Britain's greatest heroes of WW2, Bader's inspiring story of determination and courage continues to captivate audiences. Bring this piece of history into your home with our Photographic Print from Memory Lane Prints. Each print is carefully produced using archival-quality materials to ensure long-lasting vibrancy and detail.
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