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Last flight of Captain Ball in his SE5 biplane, WW1
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Last flight of Captain Ball in his SE5 biplane, WW1
An artists impression of the last flight of the British flying ace Captain Albert Ball (1896-1917) in his SE5 biplane, brought down over France by a German Albatros plane during the First World War (the actual cause of the crash is unknown). Reproduction of a watercolour painting by Norman G Arnold, dated 1919. Date: 17 May 1917
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This evocative watercolour painting, titled "The Last Flight of Captain Albert Ball," depicts the final moments of British flying ace Captain Albert Ball's fateful mission in the skies above France during World War I. The date is May 17, 1917. Ball, a decorated hero with an impressive tally of 44 enemy aircraft shot down, is seen in the cockpit of his iconic SE5 biplane, a symbol of British air power during the Great War. The ominous clouds gathering on the horizon foreshadow the impending danger. Suddenly, the tranquility of the scene is shattered as a German Albatros plane appears from the distance, its menacing silhouette looming in the sky. In the heat of battle, the two pilots exchange gunfire, their determination etched on their faces. The SE5, known for its agility and speed, maneuvers skillfully to evade the enemy's relentless pursuit. However, the outcome of this aerial duel remains uncertain. The painting, created by renowned artist Norman G Arnold in 1919, does not reveal the final outcome. Did Captain Ball manage to outmaneuver his adversary and return to base, or did he fall to the ground, becoming another casualty in the ongoing conflict? The mystery surrounding the last moments of Captain Ball's life has only added to his legend. This poignant work of art serves as a poignant reminder of the bravery and sacrifice of the pilots who took to the skies during the First World War, risking their lives in the pursuit of victory.
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