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A gunner checks the Coventry Ordnance Works C. O. W 37 mm autocannon in the bow gunners
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A gunner checks the Coventry Ordnance Works C. O. W 37 mm autocannon in the bow gunners
A gunner checks the Coventry Ordnance Works C.O.W 37 mm autocannon in the bow gunners position of a Blackburn Perth aircraft of 209 Squadron being prepared for a test flight at the Blackburn works at Brough. Circa January 1934
Hull Daily Mail
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Hull
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1934 Air Force Flying Boat Humberside Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft River Humber Royal Air Force Thirties Yorkshire Gunner Turret
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Captured in this vintage print from Memory Lane Prints, we witness a moment frozen in time during the early 1930s. A skilled gunner meticulously inspects the Coventry Ordnance Works C. O. W 37 mm autocannon nestled within the bow gunners' position of a Blackburn Perth aircraft. This remarkable maritime reconnaissance aircraft belonged to the esteemed 209 Squadron of the Royal Air Force, stationed at Brough in Yorkshire, England. As preparations for a test flight are underway at the renowned Blackburn works, this image showcases both technological prowess and military precision. The sleek flying boat is poised to take flight over the majestic River Humber, ready to embark on its mission with utmost efficiency. The Rolls Royce Buzzard engine hums softly in anticipation as our dedicated gunner ensures every aspect of his weaponry is primed for action. With an air of determination and expertise, he exemplifies the commitment and bravery exhibited by RAF personnel during this era. Steeped in history and evoking nostalgia for aviation enthusiasts worldwide, this photograph encapsulates not only an iconic chapter in British military aviation but also represents a pivotal period when advancements were being made rapidly. Let us pay homage to these unsung heroes who safeguarded our skies with unwavering dedication while cherishing their enduring legacy.
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