Poster Print : Crashed Heinkel HE-111 Bomber; Second World War, 1940
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Crashed Heinkel HE-111 Bomber; Second World War, 1940
Illustration showing a crashed German Heinkel HE-111 bomber burning in a wood in Essex, 18th June 1940. This bomber had taken part in one of the large air-raids on London and was flying home when it was shot down by anti-aircraft artillery
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Air Craft Anti Artillery Burning Crashed Essex Heinkel Raids Shot
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse range of historical poster prints: a captivating image of a Crashed Heinkel HE-111 Bomber from the Second World War. This evocative poster, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the aftermath of a daring RAF engagement, with a German Heinkel HE-111 bomber engulfed in flames amidst the woodlands of Essex. The date: 18th June 1940. Witness history unfold as this once formidable aircraft lies defeated, a poignant reminder of the heroic efforts during the large-scale air raids on London. Add this powerful piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative illustration depicts the aftermath of the crash landing of a German Heinkel HE-111 bomber in a wooded area of Essex, England on the evening of June 18, 1940. The Heinkel HE-111, a formidable long-range bomber used extensively by the German Luftwaffe during World War II, had taken part in one of the large-scale air raids on London earlier that day. As it flew back towards German territory, the aircraft was relentlessly pursued by British anti-aircraft artillery, which finally brought it down in the dense forest. The image captures the moment of impact, with the bomber engulfed in flames, its wings and fuselage twisted and broken. The trees around it are scarred by the force of the crash, and the surrounding landscape is bathed in an eerie orange glow from the burning wreckage. The scene is one of destruction and chaos, a stark reminder of the devastating impact of aerial warfare during this pivotal period in world history. The Heinkel HE-111 was a formidable aircraft, capable of carrying a heavy bomb load and flying long distances. Its appearance over London during the summer of 1940 was a terrifying sight for the civilian population, who lived in constant fear of air raids. The crash of this particular aircraft marked a small victory for the British forces, but the war was far from over. The battle for the skies would continue for years to come, with both sides pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation in their quest for air supremacy.
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