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"Vulcan: A Legendary Farewell to the Skies" In a spectacular display of precision and power, the Red Arrows bid farewell to the majestic Avro Vulcan BMk1

Background imageVulcan Collection: Vulcan 20914_003

Vulcan 20914_003
Last flying Vulcan bomber taking off from RAF Waddington, Lincolnshire. Photographed from the air in July 2009. The Vulcan, designed by Avro and later manufactured by Hawker Siddeley

Background imageVulcan Collection: Aston Martin Vulcan AMR Pro 2017 Green & black

Aston Martin Vulcan AMR Pro 2017 Green & black
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Background imageVulcan Collection: Aston Martin Vulcan (at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2016) 2016 Red & black

Aston Martin Vulcan (at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2016) 2016 Red & black
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Background imageVulcan Collection: Fifth Interlude: Vulcan (Intermedio quinto di Volcano), from the series Seven

Fifth Interlude: Vulcan (Intermedio quinto di Volcano), from the series Seven Interludes for the wedding celebration of Cosimo de Medici in Florence, 1608, 1608. After Giulio Parigi

Background imageVulcan Collection: Gathering of various Olympian gods and mythological figures among clouds, Apollo at ce

Gathering of various Olympian gods and mythological figures among clouds, Apollo at center with his lyre, Vulcan, Mercury, Hercules, and Hermes to right, various figures below

Background imageVulcan Collection: The Forges of Vulcan, from Book of Cartouches, mid-18th century

The Forges of Vulcan, from Book of Cartouches, mid-18th century

Background imageVulcan Collection: The Vulcan old Japanese Matchbox label

The Vulcan old Japanese Matchbox label made in Kobe by NKMSK for the Chinese market Date: c. 1910s

Background imageVulcan Collection: Avro Vulcan B1 XA894 Farnborough

Avro Vulcan B1 XA894 Farnborough
The flying testbed for the Bristol Siddeley Olympus 22R turbojet engine destined for use in TSR2. Aircraft destroyed by fire on 3rd December 1962 during ground engine testing. Date: 1962

Background imageVulcan Collection: Avro Vulcan B2 of No 44 (Rhodesia) Squadron RAF Waddington

Avro Vulcan B2 of No 44 (Rhodesia) Squadron RAF Waddington
An Avro Vulcan B2 of No 44 (Rhodesia) Squadron, RAF Waddington, Lincoln, climbs away from Nellis AFB in the USA during exercise Red Flag. April 1980. Date: 1980

Background imageVulcan Collection: The third production Avro Vulcan B1 XA891

The third production Avro Vulcan B1 XA891
The third production Avro Vulcan B1, XA891

Background imageVulcan Collection: Early Vulcan Petrol Tanker supplying BP motor fuel

Early Vulcan Petrol Tanker supplying BP motor fuel. Date: circa 1919

Background imageVulcan Collection: HMS Vulcan Torpedo-boat in Dry Dock

HMS Vulcan Torpedo-boat in Dry Dock
HMS Vulcan was launched in 1889 as a cruiser and torpedo-boat depot ship. Visible at top of picture are the curved arms of the special cranes fitted for deploying torpedo boats. Date: 1896

Background imageVulcan Collection: Venus, Cupid and Vulcan, Roman gods

Venus, Cupid and Vulcan, Roman gods.. Handcolored copperplate engraving engraved by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf after illustrations by Leonard Defraine from Mythology in Prints

Background imageVulcan Collection: Vulcan Vintage Car

Vulcan Vintage Car, England. Showing Miss Gertie Millar & Lionel Monckton Date: 1906

Background imageVulcan Collection: HMS Vulcan and C-class submarines, Newport, Fife

HMS Vulcan and C-class submarines, Newport, Fife
HMS Vulcan, a British torpedo boat depot ship converted to a submarine tender, seen here with C-class submarines C21, C26, C27, etc, at Newport-on-Tay, Fife, Scotland. Date: circa 1910



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"Vulcan: A Legendary Farewell to the Skies" In a spectacular display of precision and power, the Red Arrows bid farewell to the majestic Avro Vulcan BMk1, leaving aviation enthusiasts in awe. As they soared through the skies, memories of its iconic counterparts - Vickers Valiant BMk1 and XD869 - came rushing back. Steeped in history, this Avro Vulcan B2 XH533 was a true marvel of engineering. Just like the Greek gods in Mount Olympus, it commanded respect and admiration. Its legacy intertwined with Greek mythology as if plucked from pages published in 1880. The Avro Vulcan's name itself evoked strength and dominance. Armed with a Blue Steel stand-off bomb, it stood ready to defend its realm against any threat that dared challenge it. Even on special occasions like Barnes Wallace's birthday salute, an Avro Vulcan B2 would take flight to honor his genius contributions. As darkness fell upon the horizon, an ethereal glow illuminated the Avro Vulcan B2 at night. Its sleek silhouette cutting through the black canvas above left spectators spellbound by its sheer beauty. But let us not forget where it all began – with the mighty Avro Vulcan B1 XA900 paving the way for future generations of this remarkable aircraft. The evolution continued with each iteration; culminating in awe-inspiring creations such as the Avro Vulcan B2 and 698 Vulcan B-2. Yet amidst all these achievements lies another tale from history - SS Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse from 1900 – reminding us that progress is built upon foundations laid long ago. As we bid adieu to this legendary aircraft soaring into retirement, we are reminded of its indelible mark on aviation history. The Red Arrows' final tribute pays homage to an era defined by innovation and excellence – forever etching "Vulcan" into our collective memory as a symbol of power, grace, and the pursuit of greatness.