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Percival P-44 Proctor
A Mock Luftwaffe Junkers Ju-87 Stuka Created from a Very Modified Percival Proctor Parked During the Filming of the Movie The Battle-Of-Britain 1968 / 1969 But Not Used Eventually Date: 1968
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1968 Aircraft Exterior External Hangars Ju87 Light Aircraft Luftwaffe Modifications Bomber
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the captivating collection of Media Storehouse greeting cards, featuring an intriguing image of a Percival P-44 Proctor from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage aircraft, with its distinctive silhouette, was famously used as a mock Luftwaffe Junkers Ju-87 Stuka in the 1968/1969 film "The Battle-of-Britain." Though it was not ultimately used in the movie, its presence on set adds an exciting layer of history to these cards. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of classic aircraft design, these greeting cards are a unique and thoughtful way to send a message of cheer. With a rich, high-quality print, each card is a work of art in itself. Send a piece of history with every greeting.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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1. Title: "The Unused Stuka: A Percival P-44 Proctor Transformed for The Battle-Of-Britain Film (1968)" 2.. This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the unique sight of a Percival P-44 Proctor, a British light aircraft, metamorphosed into a mock Ju-87 Stuka for the filming of "The Battle-Of-Britain" in 1968. Set against the backdrop of a hangar in Germany, this military aircraft stands as a testament to the extensive modifications undergone to replicate the German Junkers Ju-87 Stuka bomber, a notorious aircraft used by the Luftwaffe during World War II. 3. The Percival P-44 Proctor, a versatile and popular trainer and utility aircraft in the United Kingdom, was pressed into service for the film production, showcasing the ingenuity and adaptability of the crew. Despite the extensive modifications, the Proctor was not ultimately used in the film. 4. The transformation of the Proctor into a Stuka involved significant alterations, including the addition of the distinctive inverted gull wings, a fake cockpit, and the iconic dive brakes. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the intricate process of filmmaking, as well as the historical accuracy and attention to detail that were essential to recreating the atmosphere of the Second World War. 5. The photograph's composition, with the Proctor's shadow cast upon the hangar floor and the dimly lit interior, adds to the sense of mystery and intrigue surrounding this unique aircraft and its role in the production of "The Battle-Of-Britain." This image serves as a reminder of the rich history of aviation and filmmaking, as well as the enduring fascination with the aircraft and conflicts of World War II.
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