Spitfire Collection (page 4)

Supermarine Spitfire Mk LFIXc H-1 (msn CBAF-IX-907), on display at the Militaire Luchtvaart Museum, on Kamp Van Zeist Soesterberg, Netherlands. Date: 1998

Spit Fires. Sessions House, Clerkenwell (coloured engraving)
582909 Spit Fires. Sessions House, Clerkenwell (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spit Fires)

Supermarine Spitfire HF. Mk. VIIc, 1938. Creator: Supermarine Aviation Works
The Supermarine Spitfire is a legend in British air history. With the Hawker Hurricane, it successfully defended England against the Luftwaffe in the Battle of Britain

Fighter pilots resting between battles, autumn afternoon, England, 1940 (b / w photo)
6001045 Fighter pilots resting between battles, autumn afternoon, England, 1940 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A war show on the Island without Peace (colour litho)
2808979 A war show on the Island without Peace (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A war show on the Peaceless Island)

Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk. IXc N1882
Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk.IXc N1882 (ex MK927), of the Confederate Air Force. Date: circa 1970

Supermarine Spitfire VB single-seat Fighter Aircraft, WW2
RAF Supermarine Spitfire VB single-seat Fighter Aircraft, WW2 Date: 1942

Pierre Clostermann Memorial, Bazenville, Normandy
Clostermann, the First Free French pilot to land in Normandy (ALG B2), held the DFC and Bar and the Legion d Honneur. The Memorial is in the shape of a Spitfire wing

To relive the war (colour litho)
2809014 To relive the war (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: To relive the war)

Supermarine Spitfire - Single-seat low-wing fighter. Many different types. Mk. 1X fitted Rolls Royce Merlin LXI Engine. Top speed exceeds 400mph. Latest Mk

The Bonfire of the Veteran Wings (Colour Litho)
2777828 The Bonfire of the Veteran Wings (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The veteran wing bonfire)

Road by an Airfield, c. 1942 (pencil & w / c on paper)
5614226 Road by an Airfield, c.1942 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Ravilious, Eric (1903-42); 46.3 x 56.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Instrument panel of a Spitfire (b / w photo)
6001038 Instrument panel of a Spitfire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Instrument panel of a Spitfire)

Sebastopol, First Days Attack by the Allied Fleet and Armies of France and England (engraving)
1602353 Sebastopol, First Days Attack by the Allied Fleet and Armies of France and England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sebastopol)

A fighters machine guns are reloaded and petrol tank refilled on return to base (b / w photo)
6001043 A fighters machine guns are reloaded and petrol tank refilled on return to base (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Flying Officer R. B. Connell of Gourock, Scotland (left), Flying Officer J. A
Flying Officer R.B. Connell of Gourock, Scotland (left), Flying Officer J.A. Brown of West Hartlepool, Co, Durham (centre), and Sergeant P.F

Spitfire Pilots from the RAF in Scotland wearing their "Mae Wests"
Spitfire Pilots from the RAF in Scotland wearing their " Mae Wests" waiting their hut for an emergency call. Picture taken 6th May 1941

Two ladies (un named) working in a Fighter Aircraft Factory in The Midlands. Here they are rivetting on the framework of a Spitfire. Picture taken 4th April 1941

Ancient and modern two types of planes in use by the air sea rescue service Left a modern Spitfire which does the spotting

A Triumph Spitfire on a woodland road at Seale in Surrey. April 1964

Spitfire single seat fighter aircraft on show at RAF Woodvale, South of Southport, Merseyside, 10th June 1987. Spitfire Mk.PRXIX PM631. Type: VS390. Serial PM631. 91 DL E

War - World War II - RAF - Thanksgiving flight over London - The leader in many an immortal battle prepares to lead the fly-past

A rare sight in the sky over Seaham, forty years after the outbreak of the Second World War a Spitfire flying again in September 1979. 02/09/79

Aviation - Spitfire - A Spitfire graces the sky as she flies over Porthcawl as part of the We ll Meet Again celebrations organised in conjunction with Porthcawl Town Council - 17th September 1994

Aviation - Spitfire - The worlds oldest flying Spitfire took to the skies at St Athan flown by Squadron Leader Paul Day. The wartime fighter has been undergoing a major overhaul at the RAF base for

Aviation - Spitfire - Two Spitfires appear out of the clouds - somewhere in England - February 1943 - Kemsley Picture - Now Trinity Mirror

Aviation - Spitfire - A touch og the old and the new - A Tornado fighter plane lands with the iconic World War II Spitfire fighter in the foreground - 14th March 1995 - Western Mail and Echo Copyright

Aviation - Spitfire in flight over RAF St Athan - 27th November 1997 - Western Mail and Echo Copyright

Aviation - Spitfire - The Spitfire at the entrance gates to RAF Brawdy being taken away for reconstruction - 5th November 1984 - Western Mail and Echo Copyright

Aviation - Spitfire - A picture of the new improved Vickers-Supermarine Spitfire - c.1941 - Kemsley Picture - Now Trinity Mirror

Alfieri. Spitfires in formation. October 2nd 1940

Supermarine Spitfire LF. XVIe TB382
Supermarine Spitfire LF.XVIe TB382 LO - X, (No. 602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron), at RAF Middleton St. George. Date: circa 1960

RAF - Supermarine Spitfire LF. Mk. IX 7224M - TB382
Royal Air Force - Supermarine Spitfire LF.Mk.IX 7224M - TB382, as a gate guard at RAF Middleton St. George. Date: 1960

Royal Air Force - Supermarine Spitfire PR Mk. XIX PM631
Royal Air Force - Supermarine Spitfire PR Mk.XIX PM631, a founding aircraft of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, at a USAF air display in the UK. Date: circa 1965

Parnall Heck 2C G-AEGI, seen with race number 33 at Elmdon for the 1949 Kings Cup Air Race. On 29 July 1949, G-AEGI flew in the Kings Cup Race at Elmdon airport

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QUAYSIDE SPITFIRE Owned by James. Date: 1945

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England, East Sussex, Beachy Head, Lancaster Bomber and Spitfire taking part in the Airbourne air show

Spitfire at North Weald
A Supermarine Spitfire PR Mk.XI at North Weald 1990s Date: 1990s

Two test pilots - Cdr Dobson, RAF and ?Dutch? Holland
Two test pilots, from left: Cdr Dobson, RAF and ?Dutch? Holland alongside a Supermarine Spitfire, May 1942. Date: 1942

Spitfire, c1943. Creator: Cecil Beaton
Spitfire, c1943. The iconic British Second World War fighter was designed by Reginald Mitchell. Powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine

Supermarine Spitfire Fighter, 1938. The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was used by the Royal Air Force and many other Allied countries during

A Vickers Supermarine Spitfire, 1940. The Spitfire was designed as a short-range, high-performance interceptor aircraft by Reginald Joseph Mitchell (1895)

Spitfire Fighters, c1940. The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was used by the Royal Air Force and many other Allied countries during

Supermarine Spitfire Mk IX, 1941. The iconic British Second World War fighter was designed by Reginald Mitchell. Powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine

Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb, 1941. Artist: Chas Brown
Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb, 1941. The iconic British Second World War fighter was designed by Reginald Mitchell. Powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine

Supermarine Spitfire I trio aloft of 19 Squadron
Supermarine Spitfire I trio aloft of 19 Sdn

Supermarine Spitfire I Speed Record Attempt parked

1939 Supermarine Spitfire, side view

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"Spitfire: The Iconic Fighter Aircraft that Soared Through History" During World War II, the Supermarine Spitfire and Hawker Tempest aeroplanes became legendary symbols of bravery and resilience. As depicted in the RAF poster "Back Them Up. ", these aircraft were crucial in defending Britain's skies during the war. One remarkable aspect of Spitfires was their hot starting engines, allowing for quick take-offs and rapid response times. This capability is vividly captured in images of Spitfires soaring over the Forth, showcasing their agility and power. Amongst the many notable Spitfires, one stands out – the Supermarine Spitfire IXB G-ASJV / MH434. This particular aircraft holds a special place in history as it pays homage to R J Mitchell, the brilliant designer behind both Spitfires and flying boats. Beyond its wartime legacy, even car enthusiasts recognize "Spitfire" as a name associated with excellence. The 1967 Triumph Spitfire remains an iconic sports car known for its sleek design and thrilling performance on open roads. The image of a knife-edged Supermarine Spitfire XIV further emphasizes its aerodynamic prowess. Manufactured in October 1943, this specific model showcases how engineering advancements contributed to its superior flight capabilities. The Supermarine Type 350 Spitfire aeroplane represents not only technical innovation but also embodies courage displayed by pilots who flew them into battle against formidable foes. In a captivating display at the 2011 Goodwood Revival event, a Lancaster Bomber accompanied by two accompanying spitfires recreated historic scenes from WWII. It served as a poignant reminder of how these fighters played an integral role alongside other aircraft during critical missions. From historical posters urging citizens to "Back Them Up. " to witnessing their indomitable spirit firsthand through various models and events - each element highlights why the term "Spitfire" has become synonymous with heroism throughout aviation history.