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Framed Print : Le Capitaine Georges Guynemer
Framed Photos from Royal Air Force
Le Capitaine Georges Guynemer
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1481795
© Royal Air Force Museum Collection
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Le Capitaine Georges Guynemer" from the Royal Air Force Museum. This stunning image pays tribute to the legendary French World War I fighter pilot, Georges Guynemer. The print captures the fierce determination and bravery of this aviation pioneer, making it a must-have for any aviation enthusiast or history buff's collection. The high-quality print is expertly framed in a sleek and modern design, ensuring that the intricate details of the image are showcased in all their glory. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this beautiful framed print from Media Storehouse.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
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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> Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum
> World War Two
EDITORS COMMENTS
Le Capitaine Georges Guynemer: The Luminary of the French Skies during World War I This evocative photograph captures the enigmatic figure of Le Capitaine Georges Guynemer (1894-1917), one of the most celebrated French fighter pilots of World War I. Known as the "Luminary of the French Skies," Guynemer is depicted here in his Nieuport 17 fighter aircraft, emblazoned with the insignia of La Escadrille SPA.12, the squadron he commanded. Born in Paris, Guynemer's passion for aviation began at an early age. He joined the military aviation corps in 1912 and quickly distinguished himself as a skilled pilot. By the outbreak of World War I, he had already amassed an impressive record of aerial victories, a feat that would continue to grow throughout the conflict. Guynemer's success in the skies was not only due to his exceptional flying skills but also his innovative tactics. He was one of the first pilots to use the sun to his advantage, flying low and using the glare to blind his enemies. His daring maneuvers and fearless approach to combat earned him the respect and admiration of both his allies and enemies. This photograph is a poignant reminder of Guynemer's legacy as a military hero and a symbol of French resistance during World War I. Tragically, his luck ran out on September 11, 1917, when he was shot down over the battlefield of Montdidier. Guynemer's death at the age of just 23 was a profound loss for France, and his memory continues to inspire generations of pilots and aviation enthusiasts. The photograph is part of the extensive collection of the Royal Air Force Museum, a testament to the rich history of military aviation. It serves as a powerful reminder of the bravery and sacrifice of pilots like Guynemer, who risked their lives in the skies during times of war.
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