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Spitfires painted to represent Bf 109 aircraft
Supermarine Spitfire XVI aircraft of 17 Squadron painted to represent ME109s in reconstruction of attack on Amiens prison at RAF Display Farnborough, 1950
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1768905
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Spitfires print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an iconic photograph by Charles E. Brown. This extraordinary image showcases Supermarine Spitfire XVI aircraft of the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum, meticulously painted to resemble Messerschmitt Bf 109s. Witness the intricate detail and authenticity as these historic planes come together in a compelling reconstruction of the attack on Amiens prison during the RAF Display at Farnborough in 1950. Bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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> Transportation
> Aeroplanes
> Supermarine Spitfire
> Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum
> Royal Air Force
> Display teams
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing photograph, we witness a unique and captivating display at the RAF Farnborough Airshow in 1950. The scene features a lineup of Supermarine Spitfire XVI aircraft from the Royal Air Force (RAF), each adorned with distinctive markings that mimic those of the German Messerschmitt Bf 109 (ME109). This creative representation was orchestrated by 17 Squadron, showcasing an extraordinary reconstruction of a past battle. The postwar era had passed, yet the memories of the intense aerial combat during World War II lingered. The RAF, in its continued efforts to preserve history and honor the past, arranged this remarkable display. The Spitfires, painted to resemble their German adversaries, took center stage, evoking the spirit of the epic clashes that once filled the skies above Europe. The Amiens prison attack, a significant engagement during the Battle of France in 1940, served as the inspiration for this reenactment. The event saw the RAF's valiant attempts to destroy the prison and free its captives from the clutches of the German forces. This daring mission, fraught with danger and heroism, was recreated through this innovative display. Charles E Brown, a skilled photographer from the RAF Museum, captured this moment in time. His lens immortalized the Spitfires in their ME109 disguises, a testament to the enduring legacy of the past and the RAF's commitment to preserving its rich history. This photograph stands as a powerful reminder of the courage and determination that defined the RAF's role in the Second World War and beyond.
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